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Unknown was recalled on 7 March 2014 under EU Safety Gate alert A12/0353/14. Injuries, Strangulation risk reported by Hungary. The product poses a risk of strangulation due to the presence of drawstrings with knots and toggles on the ends in the hood.
| Alert Number | A12/0353/14 |
| Brand | McSport |
| Category | Clothing, textiles and fashion items |
| Risk Type | Injuries, Strangulation |
| Notifying Country | Hungary |
| Country of Origin | People's Republic of China |
| Model Number | Mc348c |
| Published | 7 March 2014 |
Risk Description
The product poses a risk of strangulation due to the presence of drawstrings with knots and toggles on the ends in the hood. The cord is made out of rubber and if a child pulls it, the toggles may spring back into its eyes and face causing injuries.The product does not comply with the relevant European standard EN 14682.
Measures Taken
Type of economic operator to whom the measure(s) were ordered: OtherCategory of measure(s): Withdrawal of the product from the marketDate of entry into force: UnknownType of economic operator to whom the measure(s) were ordered: OtherCategory of measure(s): Recall of the product from end usersDate of entry into force: 22/01/2014
Product Description
Children's grey and beige lined and hooded jacket with zip. The hood includes a non-fixed elastic drawstring with knots and plastic toggles on the ends. Size: 128, 134.
⚠️ What Should You Do?
This recall involves a injuries, strangulation hazard related to Unknown.
About this risk
This product has a design or manufacturing defect that can cause physical injuries such as cuts, bruises, fractures, or other bodily harm during normal use.
Recommended action
Stop using the product immediately. Check yourself and family members for any injuries. Store the product safely out of reach and contact the retailer or manufacturer for a replacement or refund.
Who is at risk?
All users, particularly children and elderly people who may be more vulnerable to injury.