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CPSC, Tough Traveler Ltd. Announce Recall of Child Backpack Carriers

Reported: March 28, 2002 Initiated: March 28, 2002 #02528

Product Description

These Tough Traveler® backpack carriers have metal contoured frames and were sold in color combinations of blue and teal, natural and teal, and slate and teal. A tag on the outside of the carrier reads "Tough Traveler®." The carriers have a removable washable seat, a storage pocket, a loading stand, a padded hip belt, and other features.

Reason for Recall

A child could fall from a carrier when the seat restraint strap is not doubled-back through the slider if the carrier's safety harness is not used. The seat restraint strap is located between the child's legs when the child is seated.

Remedy

Consumers should stop using these carriers immediately and contact Tough Traveler to receive instructions on doubling back the strap through the slider.

Details

Units Affected
135
Official Source
https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2002/CPSC-Tough-Traveler-Ltd-Announce-Recall-of-Child-Backpack-Carriers

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled? ▼
These Tough Traveler® backpack carriers have metal contoured frames and were sold in color combinations of blue and teal, natural and teal, and slate and teal. A tag on the outside of the carrier reads "Tough Traveler®." The carriers have a removable washable seat, a storage pocket, a loading stand, a padded hip belt, and other features.. Recalled by Tough Traveler Ltd., of Schenectady, N.Y.. Units affected: 135.
Why was this product recalled? ▼
A child could fall from a carrier when the seat restraint strap is not doubled-back through the slider if the carrier's safety harness is not used. The seat restraint strap is located between the child's legs when the child is seated.
What should consumers do? ▼
Consumers should stop using these carriers immediately and contact Tough Traveler to receive instructions on doubling back the strap through the slider.
Which agency issued this recall? ▼
This recall was issued by the CPSC on March 28, 2002. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: 02528.

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