Prairie Mountain Inc. Recalls Youth Jackets Due to Strangulation Hazard

Name of Product: Youth hooded wind/rain jackets

Units: About 6,200

Manufacturer: Prairie Mountain Inc., of Lockwood, Missouri

Hazard: The jackets have a drawstring through the hood which poses a strangulation hazard to children. In February 1996, CPSC issued guidelines (pdf) to help prevent children from strangling or getting entangled on the neck and waist by drawstrings in upper garments, such as jackets and sweatshirts.

Incidents/Injuries: None reported

Description: The recalled Youth Rip Stop hooded wind rain jackets are lightweight jackets sold in sizes 2/4, 6/8, 10/12 and 14/16 in red, Royal (blue), and Leaf (green).

Sold by: Vacation gift shops nationwide from February 2010 through July 2010 for about $20.

Manufactured in: China

Remedy: Consumers should immediately remove the drawstring from the jacket hood to eliminate the hazard, or contact Prairie Mountain for instructions on how to receive a full refund.

Consumer Contact: For additional information, contact Prairie Mountain at (800) 370-4941 between 7:30 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or visit the firm’s website at www.prairiemountain.net or e-mail the firm at mikegaler@prairiemountain.net