Youth Solitude Jackets Recall

Published by Reclia Safety Desk | July 16, 2026

Recall Information Record – Reclia Database

Recall Summary
This recall involves the black Youth Solitude Rain Jacket, sold in youth sizes XS through L. The jackets are made with waterproof nylon, feature a retractable drawstring in the hood, and display the AFTCO logo on the front. The internal label contains the company’s logo above the size, care instructions, fiber content, and country of origin information. The model number is BJ05. The recall was published on February 13, 2025, under Recall Number 25135. The recall notice was issued by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC). The jackets were manufactured in China.

Affected Products
The recalled product is the AFTCO Youth Solitude Rain Jacket, model number BJ05, in the color black. The jackets were sold in the following size ranges: XS (5-6), S (6-7), M (8-10), and L (10-12). Approximately 820 units are affected. The jackets were sold online at www.aftco.com and at fishing, camping, and outdoor equipment stores nationwide from November 2018 through August 2024, with a retail price between $80 and $100. The importer is AFTCO Mfg. Co., of Santa Ana, California.

Hazard Information
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 federal regulations for children’s upper outerwear and present a substantial product hazard. As of the recall publication date, no injuries have been reported.

Consumer Action Required
Consumers should immediately take the recalled jackets away from children and remove the drawstrings to eliminate the strangulation hazard. Consumers have two options for remedy: they can either return the jacket to AFTCO for a full refund, or they can 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.

Official Remedy
The official remedy options are a refund or a repair. For a refund, consumers must return the jacket to AFTCO. For a repair, consumers must remove the drawstring and upload a photo of the jacket without the drawstring to receive a $25 gift card. The recall notice does not specify whether the gift card is redeemable only at AFTCO or has other restrictions. The recall notice does not specify a deadline for participation.

Contact Information
Consumers may contact AFTCO toll-free at 877-489-4278 from 7 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. PT, Monday through Friday. Consumers may also email recall@aftco.com. Additional information is available online at www.aftco.com/recall or by visiting www.aftco.com and clicking on “Recall.” The recall notice does not specify a mailing address for returns. The recall notice does not specify a website for the CPSC recall page beyond the URL provided in the source data.

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