CPSC2011-01-21
Strollers Recalled to Repair by phil&teds USA Due to Amputation and Laceration Hazards
phil&teds USA Inc., of Fort Collins, CO
Hazard
When folding and unfolding the stroller, a consumer's finger can become caught in the hinge mechanism, posing amputation and laceration hazards.
Remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled strollers and contact phil&teds USA to arrange for the shipping of a free hinge-cover kit and repair instructions.
Sold at
Specialty juvenile stores nationwide from May 2008 through July 2010 for between $350 and $450.
Affected count
About 22,000 in the United States and 7,200 in Canada
Injuries reported
phil&teds has received three reports of incidents resulting in injuries to the adult users including a finger tip amputation and two reports of lacerations.
Manufactured in
China
Remedy type
Repair
Products
Jogging Strollers
Consumer contact
For additional information, contact phil&teds USA at (877) 432-1642 between 9 a.m. and 7 p.m. ET Monday through Friday or visit the company's website at www.philandteds.com/support
Official notice
https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2011/Strollers-Recalled-to-Repair-by-philteds-USA-Due-to-Amputation-and-Laceration-HazardsDon't want to check this manually?
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