Bobens Trading Recalls Girls' Hooded Sweatshirts With Drawstrings Due to Strangulation Hazard; Sold Exclusively at Burlington Coat Factory
Source: CPSC Recall #10140
Recall Date
2010-02-18
Manufacturer
Bobens Trading Co. Inc., of Hicksville, N.Y.
Units Affected
About 3,900
Products Involved
Girl's Hooded Sweatshirts with Drawstrings
Hazard
The hooded zip sweatshirts have a drawstring through the hood which can pose a strangulation hazard to children.
Remedy
Consumers should immediately remove the drawstrings from the sweatshirts to eliminate the hazard or return the garment to either the place of purchase, or to Bobens Trading Co. Inc., for a full refund.
Reported Injuries
None reported.
Sold At
Burlington Coat Factory stores nationwide from November 2007 to September 2009 from about $8.00 to $20.00.
Manufactured In
China
Full Recall Description
The recall involves "Old Skool" girls' hoodie sweatshirts with long and short sleeves in sizes S - XL and in a variety of colors and designs. The neck seam label reads "Old Skool" and includes the garment size. The recalled style numbers GC5810, GV105, GV104 and GF254, were printed on the hang tags along with the price.
Data source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) via SaferProducts.gov.
For the most current recall information, check directly with CPSC or the manufacturer.
Last verified: 2026-03-28