CPSC2011-12-22
Bugaboo Bee Strollers Recalled by Bugaboo Americas Due to Fall Hazard
Bugaboo Americas, of El Segundo, Calif.
Hazard
The front swivel wheels can lock while the stroller is in motion, causing the stroller to tip and posing a fall hazard.
Remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled strollers and contact Bugaboo or the retailer where the stroller was purchased to receive free replacement swivel wheels.
Sold at
Toys R Us, Buy Buy Baby and other baby product stores nationwide, online at Bugaboo.com and other online retailers between February 2011 and September 2011 for about $650.
Affected count
About 7,000 in the United States and 260 in Canada
Injuries reported
Four incidents have been reported where the stroller’s swivel wheels locked and the stroller tipped over. In two of these incidents, a baby and a toddler suffered minor injuries.
Manufactured in
China
Remedy type
Replace
Products
Bugaboo Bee Strollers
Consumer contact
For additional information, contact Bugaboo at serviceus@bugaboo.com or at (800) 460-2922 between 7 a.m. and 4 p.m. PT Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's website at http://www.bugaboo.com/non-swiveling-wheels
Official notice
https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2012/Bugaboo-Bee-Strollers-Recalled-by-Bugaboo-Americas-Due-to-Fall-HazardDon't want to check this manually?
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