CPSC2011-12-22
Bugaboo Car Seat Adapter Recalled Due to Fall Hazard
Bugaboo Americas, of El Segundo, Calif.
Hazard
When the adapter is used on a stroller that also has a wheeled board accessory attached for transporting a standing toddler, and the car seat is positioned so the child faces forward, the car seat can disconnect from the adapter and fall.
Remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using the adapter and contact Bugaboo for a free service kit and decals.
Sold at
Babies "R" Us, Buy Buy Baby, Neiman Marcus, other department stores and independent juvenile stores, Bugaboo.com and other online retailers nationwide from December 2005 to July 2011 for about $45.
Affected count
About 64,000
Injuries reported
Bugaboo received one report of the car seat disconnecting from the adapter and stroller frame, causing a minor injury.
Manufactured in
China
Remedy type
Repair
Products
Bugaboo Car Seat Adapters
Consumer contact
For additional information, contact Bugaboo atserviceus@bugaboo.com or (800) 460-2922 between 7 a.m. and 4 p.m. PT Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's website atwww.bugaboo.com
Official notice
https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2012/Bugaboo-Car-Seat-Adapter-Recalled-Due-to-Fall-HazardDon't want to check this manually?
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