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CPSC recall · Reported July 27, 2000

CPSC, Hufco-Delaware Co. Announce Recall to Repair Gerry® TrailTech™ Backpack Baby Carriers

Small infants can shift to one side, slip through the leg openings of these carriers and fall.

Recall #
00151
Affected scope
about 111,000
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Hufco-Delaware Co., of Miamisburg, Ohio recalled These Gerry® TrailTech™ backpack baby carriers have black, plastic contoured frames. They….

CPSC, Hufco-Delaware Co. Announce Recall to Repair Gerry® TrailTech™ Backpack Baby Carrie… was recalled by Hufco-Delaware Co., of Miamisburg, Ohio in July 27, 2000. Reason: Small infants can shift to one side, slip through the leg openings of these carriers and fall.. Remedy: Consumers should stop using these backpack carriers immediately. Evenflo, which is now th…. Verify recall #00151 with the CPSC before acting.

The recall

Hufco-Delaware Co., of Miamisburg, Ohio issued this CPSC recall-Small infants can shift to one side, slip through the leg openings of these carriers and fall..

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Sourced from official CPSC enforcement records. Verify recall #00151 with the agency before acting. Full product description, hazard, remedy, and related recalls are below.

Recall Insight

This CPSC action (record #00151) was formally reported on July 27, 2000. The CPSC does not publish a hazard classification for its recalls, so this record carries no agency severity grade, with a current status of Active. Hufco-Delaware Co., of Miamisburg, Ohio is listed as the recalling firm. Federal records list the affected scope as about 111,000.

The documented reason for this recall is: Small infants can shift to one side, slip through the leg openings of these carriers and fall. Distribution information was not included in the agency filing, so consumers should assume broad potential exposure until the firm publishes point-of-sale details. The remedy documented by the agency is: Consumers should stop using these backpack carriers immediately. Evenflo, which is now the responding company for this recall, no longer has any service parts for this product nor the capability of p… - consumers holding this product should act on that instruction rather than relying on general guidance.

Within the same product category the archive holds 6 closely related recalls, 6 from CPSC - clustering in a narrow category often points to a systemic quality-control or supplier issue rather than a one-off defect. Always verify the recall number against the official agency record before acting.

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Product description

These Gerry® TrailTech™ backpack baby carriers have black, plastic contoured frames. They were sold in color combinations of slate blue with teal trim, green with black trim, navy blue and purple with green trim, and blue and purple with silver trim. A tag on the outside of the carrier reads "GERRY®." A long tag, originally inside the carrier when sold, reads, "GERRY TRAIL TECH/TRAIL TECH HP." Writing imprinted on the plastic frame reads, "GERRY." The carrier has a removable, washable seat; a storage pouch; a loading stand; and a padded hip belt.

Reason for recall

Small infants can shift to one side, slip through the leg openings of these carriers and fall.

Remedy, what to do

Consumers should stop using these backpack carriers immediately. Evenflo, which is now the responding company for this recall, no longer has any service parts for this product nor the capability of producing these parts. As repair kits are no longer available, consumers should destroy these products.

Recall Profile

Structured summary of the CPSC recall record
Attribute Value
Agency U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission
Severity class Not classified by agency
Status Active
Recall number 00151
Date reported July 27, 2000
Date initiated July 27, 2000
Recalling firm Hufco-Delaware Co., of Miamisburg, Ohio
Affected scope about 111,000
Distribution Not disclosed
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Profile values are sourced directly from the official CPSC enforcement record. Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission.

What to do with this recall

Consumers should stop using these backpack carriers immediately. Evenflo, which is now the responding company for this recall, no…

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  • Follow the documented remedy (refund, replacement, repair, or disposal) rather than general advice. What to do next

This page summarizes the official CPSC record for research and awareness; it is not legal, medical, or safety advice. Verify with the issuing agency before acting.

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled?
These Gerry® TrailTech™ backpack baby carriers have black, plastic contoured frames. They were sold in color combinations of slate blue with teal trim, green with black trim, navy blue and purple with green trim, and blue and purple with silver trim. A tag on the outside of the carrier reads "GERRY®." A long tag, originally inside the carrier when sold, reads, "GERRY TRAIL TECH/TRAIL TECH HP." Writing imprinted on the plastic frame reads, "GERRY." The carrier has a removable, washable seat; a storage pouch; a loading stand; and a padded hip belt.. Recalled by Hufco-Delaware Co., of Miamisburg, Ohio. Units affected: about 111,000.
Why was this product recalled?
Small infants can shift to one side, slip through the leg openings of these carriers and fall.
What should consumers do?
Consumers should stop using these backpack carriers immediately. Evenflo, which is now the responding company for this recall, no longer has any service parts for this product nor the capability of producing these parts. As repair kits are no longer available, consumers should destroy these products.
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the CPSC on July 27, 2000. CPSC does not publish a hazard classification for this recall. Recall number: 00151.
How do I report an injury from a recalled product?
Report injuries to the issuing agency: CPSC at SaferProducts.gov, NHTSA at nhtsa.gov/report-a-safety-problem, or FDA via MedWatch. Document the product (photos, model/serial numbers, purchase receipts) and seek medical attention. Injury reports help agencies track hazard patterns and may strengthen enforcement actions.

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