Squeeze Kids Girl's Corduroy Jackets Recalled for Strangulation Hazard
Maran Inc. is recalling Squeeze Kids Girl's Corduroy Jackets sold at TJ Maxx because the hood drawstrings pose a strangulation hazard to children.
What this means for you
Real risk of harm even if no illness or injury has been reported yet. Stop using the product and follow the agency's guidance.
Our severity reasoning: The recall involves a risk-of-harm product (strangulation hazard) where injury has not yet been reported, which aligns with the High severity criteria in the rubric.
Plain-English summary
Maran Inc. is recalling approximately 6,000 Squeeze Kids Girl's Corduroy Jackets due to a strangulation hazard. The recalled garments are brown corduroy jackets with a pink hood and pink sequins on the front pockets. The "Squeeze Kids" brand name and style number 4JZ642FK are printed on the care label sewn into the back collar area. The jackets were sold in girls' sizes small (7/8), medium (10), large (12/14), and x-large (16).
The garments feature a drawstring through the hood, which can pose a strangulation hazard to children. The jackets were sold exclusively at TJ Maxx retail stores nationwide during January 2007 for about $13. No injuries have been reported in connection with this recall.
Consumers should immediately remove the drawstrings from the jackets to eliminate the hazard, or return the garments to the place where purchased or to Maran Inc. to receive a refund. For additional information, consumers can contact Maran Inc. toll-free at (866) 431-5698 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's website at www.Sqz.com.
The recalled product
- Product
- Squeeze Kids Girl's Corduroy Jackets
- Hazard
- Affected units
- 6,000
Distribution
Distributed nationwide across the United States.
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