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Sketchers Junior Reni Jogging Bottoms recalled over a strangulation risk
Product recall for jogging bottoms presenting a risk of strangulation and entrapment.
Take it off the child, or remove it from the cot or room, now.
Product image from the OPSS safety notice 
Check your product
Only products that match these details are covered. Have your pack in front of you.
1 identifier listed for this notice.
Sketchers Junior Reni Jogging Bottoms
- ModelOn the rating label, base, back or box.
- SK30147
What to do now
The hazard with Sketchers Junior Reni Jogging Bottoms is strangulation.
- Take it off the child, or remove it from the cot or room, now.
- Do not tie the cord up out of the way; remove it or stop using the item.
- Follow the corrective action in the notice: a refund, repair or replacement from the business.
- Incidents and injuries can be reported to Trading Standards via the Citizens Advice consumer helpline.
Why it matters. Drawstrings, cords and straps can snag on play equipment, cots or furniture. Strangulation happens quickly and silently.
If someone has been hurt
Get help urgently
- a child who has been caught by the neck, even if they seem fine afterwards — call 999 or go to A&E
This is general information based on NHS public guidance, not medical advice. In an emergency call 999. For urgent advice use NHS 111 (NHS 24 on 111 in Scotland) or, in Northern Ireland, your GP or out-of-hours service.
Refunds, repairs and replacements
Contact the retailer or the brand using the details in the official notice. Keep your receipt, order confirmation or bank statement if you have one, but a recall remedy should not depend on it.
If you paid by credit card and the item cost more than £100, Section 75 of the Consumer Credit Act may let you claim from the card provider. For smaller amounts or debit cards, ask your bank about a chargeback.
From the official notice
Published by the Office for Product Safety and Standards (2201-0121). Quoted as issued.
Summary
Product recall for jogging bottoms presenting a risk of strangulation and entrapment.
The risk
The product has been identified as presenting a risk of strangulation or entrapment because the functional drawcord measures longer than the permissible limit of 20cm, which is specified in the relevant standard. A young child may become entrapped by the cord, for example by playground equipment, such as playground equipment leading to strangulation, or moving vehicles such as bus doors and bicycles, resulting in dragging or being run over by the vehicle.
The product does not meet the requirements of the General Product Safety Regulations 2005 or the relevant standard, BS EN 14682:2014.
Action taken
Recall of the product from end users by M&M Direct.
Advice to consumers
The product has been recalled from end users by M&M Direct.
Additional information
PSD case number: 2201-0121
Notified by: Local Authority Trading Standards
Product description
A pink pair of jogging bottoms, with elasticated ankle hems, intended for ages from 4 to 13 years old. A white S logo is visible on the left leg at thigh level.
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Questions
Why has Sketchers Junior Reni Jogging Bottoms been recalled?
The hazard with Sketchers Junior Reni Jogging Bottoms is strangulation. Drawstrings, cords and straps can snag on play equipment, cots or furniture. Strangulation happens quickly and silently.
How do I know if my product is affected?
Compare the model on your product with the details listed under “Check your product” on this page. Only items that match are covered by the notice.
What should I do now?
Take it off the child, or remove it from the cot or room, now. Do not tie the cord up out of the way; remove it or stop using the item.
Can I get a refund or a repair?
Contact the retailer or the brand using the details in the official notice. Keep your receipt, order confirmation or bank statement if you have one, but a recall remedy should not depend on it. If you paid by credit card and the item cost more than £100, Section 75 of the Consumer Credit Act may let you claim from the card provider. For smaller amounts or debit cards, ask your bank about a chargeback.
