CPSC, Trends Clothing Corp. Announce Recall of Girls' Sweatshirts
Source: CPSC Recall #01067
Recall Date
2001-01-18
Manufacturer
Trends Clothing Corp., of Hialeah Gardens, Fla.
Units Affected
About 6,600
Products Involved
Ocean Pacific® girls' sweatshirts with drawstrings
Hazard
These sweatshirts have hood drawstrings. Children can get entangled and strangle in the drawstrings that catch on objects, including playground equipment, fences and tree branches.
Remedy
Consumers should remove the drawstring from these garments immediately, or return them to the store where purchased for a refund.
Reported Injuries
CPSC and Trends Clothing Corp. have not received any reports of injuries involving these sweatshirts. This recall is being conducted to prevent the possibility of injuries.
Sold At
Upton's, Lamont's, Gottschalks, and Sports Authority stores nationwide sold these sweatshirts, from August 1999 through October 1999, for about $30.
Manufactured In
PakistanGuatemala
Full Recall Description
These navy blue Ocean Pacific girls' long-sleeve hooded sweatshirts were sold in sizes 2T through 12 in pullover and zip-up front styles. "OP" is on the front of the sweatshirts and on a collar label. Also on a collar label is written either "Made in Pakistan" or "Made in Guatemala."
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