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Deezo Children’s Hooded Sweatshirts with Drawstrings Recalled by Zulily Due to Strangulation Hazard

Reported: May 16, 2013 Initiated: May 16, 2013 #13192

Product Description

This recall involves a Deezo brand boys', girls', and toddlers' zip-up hoodies made of 65% polyester and 35% cotton. The sweatshirts and jackets have designs that include a heart with arrow, swirl, alien, flower, guitar, motor scooter and circuit board designs and come in the following color combinations: pink with white or black trim; white with pink or green trim; blue with a light blue and white trim and black with blue or green trim. The following model numbers are included in the recall: 12501, 12502, 12503, 12504, 12505, 12506, 12507, 12508, 12509, 12801, 12802, 12803, 12804, 12806, 12807, 12808, 12809, 12810. Model numbers are located on the care label sewn into the garments side seam. The garment's hangtag has "happyfashion4kids www.deezo.com.au" printed on it.

Reason for Recall

The sweatshirts and jackets have drawstrings through the hood which pose a strangulation hazard to young children.

Remedy

Consumers should immediately take the garments away from children. Consumers can remove the drawstrings to eliminate the hazard or return the garments to Zulily for a full refund. Contact Zulily to obtain a return address label and instructions for returning the garment.

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled?
This recall involves a Deezo brand boys', girls', and toddlers' zip-up hoodies made of 65% polyester and 35% cotton. The sweatshirts and jackets have designs that include a heart with arrow, swirl, alien, flower, guitar, motor scooter and circuit board designs and come in the following color combinations: pink with white or black trim; white with pink or green trim; blue with a light blue and white trim and black with blue or green trim. The following model numbers are included in the recall: 12501, 12502, 12503, 12504, 12505, 12506, 12507, 12508, 12509, 12801, 12802, 12803, 12804, 12806, 12807, 12808, 12809, 12810. Model numbers are located on the care label sewn into the garments side seam. The garment's hangtag has "happyfashion4kids www.deezo.com.au" printed on it.. Recalled by Zulily, Inc., of Seattle, Wash.. Units affected: About 560.
Why was this product recalled?
The sweatshirts and jackets have drawstrings through the hood which pose a strangulation hazard to young children.
What should consumers do?
Consumers should immediately take the garments away from children. Consumers can remove the drawstrings to eliminate the hazard or return the garments to Zulily for a full refund. Contact Zulily to obtain a return address label and instructions for returning the garment.
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the CPSC on May 16, 2013. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: 13192.