Severity
Moderate
ModerateActive
CPSC recall · Reported July 13, 2004
CPSC, Graco Children's Products Announce Recall of Travel Lite™ Swings
The swing's carrying handle can fail to stay in place properly and drop or be pushed down, hitting a child in the head. Additionally, the 3-point seatbelt can fail to prevent a ch…
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Graco Children's Products, of Exton, Pa. recalled The recalled Travel Lite portable swings have an adjustable reclining seat, a rotating ha… - a moderate-severity action.
CPSC, Graco Children's Products Announce Recall of Travel Lite™ Swings was recalled by Graco Children's Products, of Exton, Pa. in July 13, 2004. Reason: The swing's carrying handle can fail to stay in place properly and drop or be pushed down, hitting a child in…. Remedy: Consumers who have a Travel Lite swing with a 3-point seatbelt (waist belt and crotch str…. Verify recall #04176 with the CPSC before acting.
The recall
Graco Children's Products, of Exton, Pa. issued this moderate-severity CPSC recall-The swing's carrying handle can fail to stay in place properly and drop or be pushed down, hitting a child in….
- Moderate
- severity level
- 140K units
- affected scope
- July 13, 2004
- reported
Sourced from official CPSC enforcement records. Verify recall #04176 with the agency before acting. Full product description, hazard, remedy, and related recalls are below.
Recall Insight
This CPSC action (record #04176) was formally reported on July 13, 2004. It is classified under Moderate severity, with a current status of Active. Graco Children's Products, of Exton, Pa. is listed as the recalling firm. Federal records list the affected scope as 140,000, a scale large enough to require multi-state distribution tracking.
The documented reason for this recall is: The swing's carrying handle can fail to stay in place properly and drop or be pushed down, hitting a child in the head. Additionally, the 3-point seatbelt can fail to prevent a child from leaning forward or to either si… 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 who have a Travel Lite swing with a 3-point seatbelt (waist belt and crotch strap only) or a Travel Lite swing without a red handle release button, should stop using it immediately and cont… - 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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Where this recall sits in its category - 7,642 vehicles recalls on record
Of 101,704 recalls in the database, 24,878 are high severity, 72,426 moderate, and 4,400 low. This recall is classified moderate severity.
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Affected scope
140,000
Related Recalls
6
6 from same agency
Product description
The recalled Travel Lite portable swings have an adjustable reclining seat, a rotating handle and a canopy and include model numbers 1850JJP, 1850JGB, and 1870DAL. The swings, which were manufactured between May 2003 and December 11, 2003, also have a serial number between 050503 and 121103. Both the model and serial numbers can be found on a white label underneath the seat. The swings have the words, "Graco" and "Travel Lite swing" printed on each side, and have buttons on the handle to activate lights and music. On the underside of the handle are multicolored designs of the sun, moon, and stars that light up when the light button is pressed.
Reason for recall
The swing's carrying handle can fail to stay in place properly and drop or be pushed down, hitting a child in the head. Additionally, the 3-point seatbelt can fail to prevent a child from leaning forward or to either side, posing a risk that the child can fall forward and strike his/her head on the floor or the swing's frame.
Remedy, what to do
Consumers who have a Travel Lite swing with a 3-point seatbelt (waist belt and crotch strap only) or a Travel Lite swing without a red handle release button, should stop using it immediately and contact Graco for a free repair kit.
Recall Profile
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
| Severity class | Moderate |
| Status | Active |
| Recall number | 04176 |
| Date reported | July 13, 2004 |
| Date initiated | July 13, 2004 |
| Recalling firm | Graco Children's Products, of Exton, Pa. |
| Affected scope | 140,000 |
| Distribution | Not disclosed |
| Official source | CPSC notice → |
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 who have a Travel Lite swing with a 3-point seatbelt (waist belt and crotch strap only) or a Travel Lite swing without …
- Check the recall number (04176) and product description against the item you own. Search the archive
- Confirm the current status and remedy on the official CPSC notice before acting. CPSC notice
- 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? ▼
The recalled Travel Lite portable swings have an adjustable reclining seat, a rotating handle and a canopy and include model numbers 1850JJP, 1850JGB, and 1870DAL. The swings, which were manufactured between May 2003 and December 11, 2003, also have a serial number between 050503 and 121103. Both the model and serial numbers can be found on a white label underneath the seat. The swings have the words, "Graco" and "Travel Lite swing" printed on each side, and have buttons on the handle to activate lights and music. On the underside of the handle are multicolored designs of the sun, moon, and stars that light up when the light button is pressed.. Recalled by Graco Children's Products, of Exton, Pa.. Units affected: 140,000.
Why was this product recalled? ▼
The swing's carrying handle can fail to stay in place properly and drop or be pushed down, hitting a child in the head. Additionally, the 3-point seatbelt can fail to prevent a child from leaning forward or to either side, posing a risk that the child can fall forward and strike his/her head on the floor or the swing's frame.
What should consumers do? ▼
Consumers who have a Travel Lite swing with a 3-point seatbelt (waist belt and crotch strap only) or a Travel Lite swing without a red handle release button, should stop using it immediately and contact Graco for a free repair kit.
Which agency issued this recall? ▼
This recall was issued by the CPSC on July 13, 2004. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: 04176.
How do I check if my product is affected by a recall? ▼
Check the product description and recall number (04176) against your product. Visit the official CPSC website for the most current information. You can also use our Recall Checker tool to search by product name or brand.
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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