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Infantino Recalls Infant Sling Carriers Due to Fall Hazard

Reported: March 22, 2007 Initiated: March 22, 2007 #07137

Product Description

This recall involves the Infantino SlingRider™ carriers with item numbers: 141-210; 151-210; 151-528; and 151-534. The SlingRider™ consists of a fabric carrier with a strap attached that is worn by the user to carry an infant up to 20 pounds. The carriers are sold in black or khaki. "Infantino" is printed on the plastic slider located on the strap. The item number is printed on a label inside the SlingRider™. Products labeled "Made in Thailand" or "New 2007 Design" are not included in the recall.

Reason for Recall

The plastic slider on the fabric strap can break. This can cause the strap supporting the carrier to release and infants to fall out of the carrier.

Remedy

Consumers should stop using these carriers immediately and contact Infantino to return them and receive a free replacement product.

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled?
This recall involves the Infantino SlingRider™ carriers with item numbers: 141-210; 151-210; 151-528; and 151-534. The SlingRider™ consists of a fabric carrier with a strap attached that is worn by the user to carry an infant up to 20 pounds. The carriers are sold in black or khaki. "Infantino" is printed on the plastic slider located on the strap. The item number is printed on a label inside the SlingRider™. Products labeled "Made in Thailand" or "New 2007 Design" are not included in the recall.. Recalled by Infantino LLC, of San Diego, Calif.. Units affected: About 32,000.
Why was this product recalled?
The plastic slider on the fabric strap can break. This can cause the strap supporting the carrier to release and infants to fall out of the carrier.
What should consumers do?
Consumers should stop using these carriers immediately and contact Infantino to return them and receive a free replacement product.
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the CPSC on March 22, 2007. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: 07137.