Falls Creek Army Flight Jackets
Published November 24, 2003
Summary
CPSC records recall 04036, published November 24, 2003. Reported units: About 7,500.
What's the hazard
These jackets have hood drawstrings. Children can get entangled and strangled in the drawstrings that catch on objects, including playground equipment, fences and tree branches.
What to do
Consumers should stop their children from wearing the jacket immediately and contact Meijer for information on how to return the jacket for a full refund. Parents also can remove the drawstring, which will make the jacket safe for children to wear.
Get an email when a new CPSC recall like this is published
Free. We only write when there's a new recall that matches. Unsubscribe in one click.
Recall details
- Distributor
- Meijer Inc., of Grand Rapids, Mich.
- Country
- US
Related recalls
- CPSCDesignWare® Crazy Bounce BallsNovember 26, 2003
- CPSCMulti-colored and solid-colored sidewalk chalkNovember 24, 2003
- CPSCGirls' Hooded Fleece JacketsNovember 24, 2003
- CPSCMerit Bunk BedsNovember 21, 2003
- CPSCCherry Bentwood model television stands sold at Circuit CityNovember 20, 2003
- CPSCBear "Jack-In-the-Box" toyNovember 18, 2003
Questions about this recall
Was Falls Creek Army Flight Jackets recalled?
Yes. CPSC published recall 04036 on November 24, 2003. Reported hazard: These jackets have hood drawstrings. Children can get entangled and strangled in the drawstrings that catch on objects, including playground equipment, fences and tree branches.
What should I do if I have this product?
Consumers should stop their children from wearing the jacket immediately and contact Meijer for information on how to return the jacket for a full refund. Parents also can remove the drawstring, which will make the jacket safe for children to wear.