Allura Imports Recalls Youth Sweatshirts Due to Strangulation Hazard
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Allura Imports is recalling about 120 youth sweatshirts with drawstrings due to a strangulation risk that could cause serious injury or death to children.
What this CPSC product recall tells you, and what most readers miss
This notice was issued by CPSC on May 7, 2026 and geographically references United States. Its severity classification of "high" signals how the issuing agency weighs the risk of harm if no action is taken - "critical" and "high" tier alerts typically carry direct consumer actions, while "medium" and "low" tend toward informational guidance or monitoring advisories. The category it belongs to - Product Recalls - determines the consumer-protection framework behind it, which shapes what remedies (refunds, replacements, repairs, or the recall itself) are available to affected consumers and which agency holds statutory responsibility for enforcement.
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What Happened
This recall involves youth sweatshirts with drawstrings, which pose a risk of serious injury or death from strangulation, violating federal regulations for children's upper outerwear.
Which Products Are Affected
The affected products are gray youth sweatshirts with the Bobcat name and logo printed in black on the chest, available in sizes 8/10 and 12/14. About 120 units were sold at Gabe's stores from October 2025 through November 2025 for about $15 each, and the neck label includes the size and "RN#36753".
What You Should Do
Consumers should immediately take the recalled sweatshirts away from children, remove the drawstrings to eliminate the hazard, and contact Allura Imports for a full refund. To do so, email cs@alluraimports.com with the subject 'RECALL', including your name and the date, to receive a shipping label for returning the garment.
Why This Matters
This recall addresses a critical safety issue in children's clothing that could prevent strangulation hazards, ensuring compliance with federal regulations and protecting young consumers.
Source
Original source: CPSC Official Notice ↗
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