CPSC2012-02-03
Bumbleride Recalls Indie & Indie Twin Strollers Due to Fall Hazard
Bumbleride Inc., of San Diego, Calif.
Hazard
The front wheel can break at the axle hub, causing the stroller to tip and posing a fall hazard.
Remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled strollers and contact Bumbleride to receive a free front wheel retrofit kit.
Sold at
Buy Buy Baby and other baby product stores nationwide, online at Bumbleride.com, and other online retailers between January 2009 and January 2012 for between $500 and $700.
Affected count
About 28,000 (an additional 2,700 were sold in Canada)
Injuries reported
There have been 36 incidents of the front wheel cracking, including two reports of the stroller tipping over resulting in minor injuries.
Manufactured in
Taiwan
Remedy type
Repair
Products
Bumbleride Indie & Indie Twin Strollers
Consumer contact
For additional information, visit the firm’s website at www.support.bumbleride.com or contact Bumbleride atsupport@bumbleride.com or at (800) 530-3930 between 8 a.m. and 4 p.m. PT Monday through Friday.
Official notice
https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2012/Bumbleride-Recalls-Indie--Indie-Twin-Strollers-Due-to-Fall-HazardDon't want to check this manually?
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