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Two models of Luke 1997 junior hoodie recalled over a strangulation risk

StrangulationSerious risk

Product recall for two models of Luke 1977 Hoodie (Junior Waffle Hoodie Mid Grey Marl and Junior Kevlarge Hoodie Navy) presenting a risk of strangulation due to the free running adjustment loop in the neck area.

Remove it from the child or the child’s space straight away.

  • Two models of Luke 1997 junior hoodie: photo from the OPSS notice of 10 Aug 2022
    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.

2 identifiers listed for this notice.

  • Two models of Luke 1997 junior hoodie

    Item or listing codeOn the box, the label, or the order page where you bought it.
    • 2207-0362
    • 2207-0364

What to do now

The hazard with Two models of Luke 1997 junior hoodie is strangulation.

  1. Remove it from the child or the child’s space straight away.
  2. If the notice allows, remove the cord or drawstring completely before any further use.
  3. Follow the corrective action in the notice: a refund, repair or replacement from the business.
  4. If someone has been hurt or the product has failed, report it to Trading Standards through the Citizens Advice consumer service.

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 (2207-0362). Quoted as issued.

Summary

Product recall for two models of Luke 1977 Hoodie (Junior Waffle Hoodie Mid Grey Marl and Junior Kevlarge Hoodie Navy) presenting a risk of strangulation due to the free running adjustment loop in the neck area.

The risk

The products have been identified as presenting a risk of strangulation due to the free running adjustment loop in the neck area. The loop of the drawcord may be caught in a gap or a protuberance on the slide when a child is playing on a playground and is pulled through its channel. The child is unable to stop and is caught by the drawcord becoming trapped. The child sustains injuries such as suffocation or strangulation before being freed.

The products do not meet the requirements of the General Product Safety Regulations 2005.

Action taken

The products have been recalled from end users. (See below for further information)

Advice to consumers

The products have been recalled from end users. For more information, please see: https://www.mandmdirect.com/02/stp/product-recalls

Additional information

PSD case number: 2207-0362 and 2207-0364

Notified by: Local Authority Trading Standards

Open the OPSS notice

Questions

Why has Two models of Luke 1997 junior hoodie been recalled?

The hazard with Two models of Luke 1997 junior hoodie 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 item or listing code 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?

Remove it from the child or the child’s space straight away. If the notice allows, remove the cord or drawstring completely before any further use.

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.

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