CPSC2013-12-19
Playtex Recalls Hip Hammock Infant Carriers Due to Fall Hazard
Playtex Products Inc., of Dover, Del.
Hazard
The buckles on the waist and shoulder straps can crack or break, posing a fall hazard to the child.
Remedy
Consumers should stop using the carrier and contact Playtex for instructions on how to return the product for a full refund.
Sold at
Burlington Coat Factory, Target, Walmart, juvenile product, baby and discount stores nationwide and online at Amazon.com from June 2004 through December 2008 and January 2010 in Canada for about $40 for the basic model and $60 for the deluxe model.
Affected count
About 305,000 and 36,000 in Canada
Injuries reported
Playtex has received 87 reports of the buckles cracking or breaking, including two reports of injuries, where one infant required emergency room treatment.
Manufactured in
China
Remedy type
Refund
Products
Playtex Hip Hammock infant carriers
Consumer contact
Playtex at (800) 522-8230 from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. ET Monday through Friday or online at www.playtexproducts.com and click on Recall for more information.
Official notice
https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2014/Playtex-Recalls-Hip-Hammock-Infant-CarriersDon't want to check this manually?
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