CPSC2016-12-20
Aria Child Recalls Strollers Due to Laceration and Fall Hazards
Aria Child Inc. of Dedham, Mass.
Hazard
A gap in the stroller's folding side hinge can pinch a caregiver's hand during unfolding, posing a laceration hazard. In addition, the stroller can fold unexpectedly during use, posing an injury and fall hazard to the caregiver and child.
Remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled strollers and contact Aria Child for a free replacement stroller.
Sold at
Babies R US and other retail stores nationwide and Albeebaby.com, Amazon.com, Dmartstores.com, Medbroad.com and other online retailers from May 2015 through November 2016 for about $180.
Affected count
About 29,400
Injuries reported
The firm has received five reports of consumers being pinched by the stroller hinge mechanism, resulting in four consumers needing stitches for cuts. In addition, there were 71 reports of the stroller unexpectedly folding during use, resulting in 12 minor bumps or bruises to a child or caregiver and one fractured wrist and elbow to an adult due to a fall.
Manufactured in
China
Remedy type
Replace
Products
Qbit strollers
Consumer contact
Aria Child toll-free at 888-591-5540 from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday or online at www.ariachild.com and click on "Qbit Lightweight Stroller Voluntary Recall Information" for more information.
Official notice
https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2017/Aria-Child-Recalls-StrollersDon't want to check this manually?
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