Boys' Hooded Sweatshirts with Drawstrings Recalled by High Energy; Children Can Strangle on Drawstrings
Source: CPSC Recall #08234
Recall Date
2008-03-28
Manufacturer
Kidz World Inc., d/b/a High Energy USA, of New York, N.Y.
Units Affected
About 5,000
Products Involved
Boys' Hooded Sweatshirts
Hazard
The sweatshirts have a drawstring through hood, which poses a strangulation hazard to children.
Remedy
Consumers should immediately remove the drawstring from the sweatshirts to eliminate the hazard, or contact High Energy for a full refund.
Reported Injuries
None reported.
Sold At
Wal-Mart, Toys "R" Us, Kmart, Target, Atwoods, and Pamida stores nationwide and Internet retailers from September 2007 through March 2008 for about $30.
Manufactured In
PakistanEgyptSouth Korea
Full Recall Description
The recalled boys' sweatshirts are hooded and have a zipper up the front. They were sold in boys' sizes small and medium. The style number, and "High Energy" or "Energy Clothing Company," are printed on the sewn-in neck tag. The following styles are included in this recall. Style Number Color T78311 Tan and brown plaid S78511 S78514 S78515 S78516 White/black, blue/gray, red/navy and other assorted colors S72509 S74509 Navy blue and other assorted colors
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