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Vans Recalls: 1 CPSC Recall Since 2010
The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission has announced 1 recall involving Vans products since 2010, the most recent on November 7, 2013. Each recall below shows what was recalled, the hazard, the model numbers and what to do. Always check the official notice: a recall can cover only some models, colours or production dates.
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Vans Recalls Boy's Hooded Jackets with Drawstrings Due to Strangulation Hazard
Hazard: The jackets have drawstrings in the hood around the neck area that pose a strangulation hazard to young children.
Remedy: Consumers should take the recalled jackets away from children and return them to the place of purchase for a full refund or for a repair.
· Official CPSC notice (opens in a new tab)
Product recall · November 7, 2013
Vans Recalls Boy's Hooded Jackets with Drawstrings Due to Strangulation Hazard
- Recall number
- 14015
- Units
- About 2,400
- Hazard
- The jackets have drawstrings in the hood around the neck area that pose a strangulation hazard to young children.
- What was recalled
- This recall involves Vans' AV Edict hooded jackets for boys. They were sold in boy's sizes S, M, L and XL and made from black cotton or black canvas with a drawstring through the hood. "Vans®" is printed on a tab above the jacket's left front pocket. An intertwined "AV" logo is embroidered in black beneath the lower right pocket and also appears on the jacket's snaps. "Vans®," "OFF THE WALL®" and an intertwined "AV" logo is sewn on a label inside neck of the jacket.
- Remedy
- Consumers should take the recalled jackets away from children and return them to the place of purchase for a full refund or for a repair.
- Sold at
- Vans stores nationwide and online at vans.com from September 2012 through September 2013 for about $90.
- Company
- Vans Inc., of Cypress, Calif.
- Contact
- Vans Inc. at (800) 817-0618 anytime or online at www.vans.com and click on Recall Info for more information.
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Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission recalls database, updated weekly. Recalls are matched to brands by the company and product names in each notice; if you think a recall is listed here by mistake, please tell us.