Youth Solitude Jackets Recall — HIGH Severity
AFTCO · Recalled February 13, 2025 · Children's Products
Data source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) Last verified: February 13, 2025
Product Description
This recall involves the black Youth Solitude Rain Jacket sold in youth sizes XS through L. They are made with waterproof nylon, have a retractable drawstring in the hood and have the AFTCO logo on the front. The internal label has the company's logo above the size, care instructions, fiber content and country of origin information. The model number is BJ05. The jackets are black and were sold in the following size ranges: XS (5-6), S (6-7), M (8-10) and L (10-12).
Hazard
The drawstring in the hood of the recalled jackets can get caught on objects and cause death or serious injury to children due to the strangulation hazard. The jackets are in violation of the federal regulations for children's upper outerwear and present a substantial product hazard.
Reported Injuries
No injuries have been reported as of the recall date.
What You Should Do
Consumers should immediately take the recalled jackets away from children and remove the drawstrings to eliminate the strangulation hazard. Consumers can either return the jacket to AFTCO for a full refund or upload a photo of the jacket without the drawstring and receive a $25 gift card. Consumers should go to www.aftco.com/recall to participate in the recall. AFTCO is contacting all known purchasers.
Manufacturer Contact
AFTCO toll-free 877-489-4278 from 7 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. PT Monday through Friday, via email at [email protected], or online at www.aftco.com/recall or www.aftco.com and click on "Recall" for more information.
Recall Details
Units sold: About 820
Sold at: Online at www.aftco.com, and at fishing, camping, and outdoor equipment stores nationwide from November 2018 through August 2024 for between $80 and $100.
Manufactured by: AFTCO Mfg. Co., of Santa Ana, California
Country of origin: China
Source
This recall information is sourced from the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC). Recall date: February 13, 2025. CPSC Recall Number: 25135.