Boys' Vests and Hooded Jackets with Drawstrings Recalled by North-Sportif Due to Strangulation and Entanglement Hazards; Sold Exclusively at Burlington Coat Factory
Source: CPSC Recall #10185
Recall Date
2010-03-31
Manufacturer
North-Sportif Inc., of New York, N.Y.
Units Affected
About 360 Jackets and 360 Vests
Products Involved
North-Sportif Hooded Jackets and Reversible Vests
Hazard
The jackets have a drawstring through the hood and the vests have a drawstring through the waist, which can pose strangulation and entanglement hazards to young children.
Remedy
Consumers should immediately remove the drawstrings from the garment to eliminate the hazard or return the garment to Burlington Coat Factory for a refund or credit.
Reported Injuries
None reported.
Sold At
Burlington Coat Factory stores nationwide from October 2002 through January 2010 for about $13.
Full Recall Description
This recall involves boys' black hooded jackets with a belt and an elastic drawstring at the neck. "North Sportif" is printed on the jacket's belt. The recalled vest is black and blue and is reversible. The vest has a drawstring around the waist. The garments were sold in sizes small (8-10) and medium (12-14). Both garments have a tag on the neck that reads North Sportif Urban Expedition.
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