CPSC2005-02-22
CPSC, Playtex Products Inc., Announce Recall of Hip Hammock Child Carriers
Playtex Products Inc., of Westport, Conn.
Hazard
The shoulder strap support can detach from the hammock, posing a fall hazard to the baby.
Remedy
Consumers should stop using the carrier immediately and contact Playtex Products Inc., for instructions on returning the carrier for a replacement.
Sold at
Juvenile product stores, discount stores nationwide, catalog and internet sites, from June 2004 through February 2005, for about $40 (Basic model) and $60 (Deluxe model).
Affected count
About 32,000
Injuries reported
The company has received two reports of the shoulder strap detaching from the infant carrier. No injuries have been reported.
Manufactured in
China
Products
Playtex Hip Hammock
Consumer contact
Consumers should contact Playtex Products Inc., at (800) 522-8230 between 8:30 a.m. and 8 p.m. ET, Monday through Friday, or visit the Playtex Baby Web site at www.playtexbaby.com
Official notice
https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2005/CPSC-Playtex-Products-Inc-Announce-Recall-of-Hip-Hammock-Child-Carriers-Don't want to check this manually?
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