Dollar Days International Recalls Children's Parka Jackets with Drawstrings for Strangulation Hazard

Recall Date
2006-11-30
Manufacturer
Silla America Inc., Los Angeles, Calif.
Units Affected
180

Products Involved

Children's parka jackets, with drawstrings

Hazard

The garments have a drawstring through the hood, posing a strangulation hazard to children.

Remedy

Consumers should immediately remove the drawstrings from the sweatshirts to eliminate the hazard. Consumers should contact Dollar Days Customer Service for a refund or store credit.

Reported Injuries

None reported.

Sold At

Dollar Days International stores and online at www.dollardays.com from December 2005 through November 2006 for between $7.50 and $10.

Manufactured In

Vietnam

Full Recall Description

The jackets come in seven color combinations: black with a gray stripe along the sleeves, light blue with a black stripe along the sleeves, gray with a black stripe along the sleeves, navy blue with a gray stripe along the sleeves, yellow with a gray stripe along the sleeves and navy blue with a white stripe across the chest, and black with a white stripe across the chest. The jacket's zipper goes all the way up to create a mock turtleneck. The removable hood attaches with a zipper and has a drawstring. There is elastic at the sleeves, side pockets, and a drawstring at the waist.

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