Children's Hooded Sweatshirts with Drawstrings Recalled by Dysfunctional Clothing Due to Strangulation Hazard
Source: CPSC Recall #09164
Recall Date
2009-03-25
Manufacturer
Dysfunctional Clothing LLC, of Irvine, Calif.
Units Affected
About 450
Products Involved
Hooded Fleece Sweatshirts
Hazard
The jackets 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 Dysfunctional Clothing LLC for a full refund.
Reported Injuries
None reported.
Sold At
Macy's, Bloomingdales, Zappo's, and Jacks Surf Shop stores nationwide. The sweatshirts were sold between June 2008 and December 2008 for about $26.
Manufactured In
China
Full Recall Description
Lost Children's Sweatshirts with drawstring sizes S-XL, RN # 85773. The product name and style numbers are found on the hangtag at the left side seam of the garment.
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