CPSC2011-02-23
Jogging Strollers Recalled by B.O.B. Trailers Due to Strangulation Hazard
B.O.B. Trailers Inc., of Boise, Idaho
Hazard
A drawstring on the stroller can get wrapped around a child's neck, posing a strangulation hazard.
Remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled strollers and remove the drawstring. If using a separately purchased Weather Shield or Sun Shield accessory with the recalled stroller, contact B.O.B. Trailers for a free canopy retrofit kit.
Sold at
REI, buy buy Baby and other stores nationwide and on the Web at Babiesrus.com, Target.com and Amazon.com between April 2002 and February 2011 for between $300 and $600.
Affected count
About 337,000 in the United States and 20,000 in Canada
Injuries reported
The firm has received one report of an 11-month-old girl who got entangled at the neck by the stroller's drawstring. The child was freed by her mother.
Manufactured in
Taiwan, China
Remedy type
New Instructions
Products
B.O.B.® single and double strollers
Consumer contact
For additional information, or to order a canopy retrofit kit, contact B.O.B. Trailers at (855) 242-2245 between 8:30 a.m. and 5 p.m. MT Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's website at www.bobcanopy.com
Official notice
https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2011/Jogging-Strollers-Recalled-by-BOB-Trailers-Due-to-Strangulation-HazardDon't want to check this manually?
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