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CPSC recall · Reported May 12, 2011

Additional Fingertip Amputations and Lacerations Prompt Reannouncement of November 2009 Recall of Strollers by Maclaren USA

The stroller's hinge mechanism poses a fingertip amputation and laceration hazard to the child when the consumer is unfolding/opening the stroller.

Recall #
11222
Affected scope
About one million (this recall was first announced in November 2009)
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Maclaren USA, Inc., of South Norwalk, Conn. recalled This reannouncement involves all Maclaren single and double umbrella strollers sold prior… - a moderate-severity action.

Additional Fingertip Amputations and Lacerations Prompt Reannouncement of November 2009 R… was recalled by Maclaren USA, Inc., of South Norwalk, Conn. in May 12, 2011. Reason: The stroller's hinge mechanism poses a fingertip amputation and laceration hazard to the child when the consu…. Remedy: Consumers who have not installed the hinge covers should immediately contact Maclaren USA…. Verify recall #11222 with the CPSC before acting.

The recall

Maclaren USA, Inc., of South Norwalk, Conn. issued this moderate-severity CPSC recall-The stroller's hinge mechanism poses a fingertip amputation and laceration hazard to the child when the consu….

Moderate
severity level
May 12, 2011
reported

Sourced from official CPSC enforcement records. Verify recall #11222 with the agency before acting. Full product description, hazard, remedy, and related recalls are below.

Recall Insight

This CPSC action (record #11222) was formally reported on May 12, 2011. It is classified under Moderate severity, with a current status of Active. Maclaren USA, Inc., of South Norwalk, Conn. is listed as the recalling firm. Federal records list the affected scope as About one million (this recall was first announced in November 2009).

The documented reason for this recall is: The stroller's hinge mechanism poses a fingertip amputation and laceration hazard to the child when the consumer is unfolding/opening the stroller. 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 not installed the hinge covers should immediately contact Maclaren USA to receive the free repair kit. - 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 the database

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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Severity

Moderate

Affected scope

About one million (this recall was first announced in November 2009)

Related Recalls

6

6 from same agency

Product description

This reannouncement involves all Maclaren single and double umbrella strollers sold prior to November 2009. The word "Maclaren" is printed on the stroller. Maclaren strollers sold after May 2010 have a different hinge design and are not affected by this announcement.

Reason for recall

The stroller's hinge mechanism poses a fingertip amputation and laceration hazard to the child when the consumer is unfolding/opening the stroller.

Remedy, what to do

Consumers who have not installed the hinge covers should immediately contact Maclaren USA to receive the free repair kit.

Recall Profile

Structured summary of the CPSC recall record
Attribute Value
Agency U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission
Severity class Moderate
Status Active
Recall number 11222
Date reported May 12, 2011
Date initiated May 12, 2011
Recalling firm Maclaren USA, Inc., of South Norwalk, Conn.
Affected scope About one million (this recall was first announced in November 2009)
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 not installed the hinge covers should immediately contact Maclaren USA to receive the free repair kit.

  • Check the recall number (11222) 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?
This reannouncement involves all Maclaren single and double umbrella strollers sold prior to November 2009. The word "Maclaren" is printed on the stroller. Maclaren strollers sold after May 2010 have a different hinge design and are not affected by this announcement.. Recalled by Maclaren USA, Inc., of South Norwalk, Conn.. Units affected: About one million (this recall was first announced in November 2009).
Why was this product recalled?
The stroller's hinge mechanism poses a fingertip amputation and laceration hazard to the child when the consumer is unfolding/opening the stroller.
What should consumers do?
Consumers who have not installed the hinge covers should immediately contact Maclaren USA to receive the free repair kit.
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the CPSC on May 12, 2011. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: 11222.
How do I check if my product is affected by a recall?
Check the product description and recall number (11222) 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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Every figure on PlainRecalls is rendered directly from official FDA, CPSC and NHTSA recall records, no number is typed in by an editor. This recall: CPSC, reported May 12, 2011. Severity classes follow each agency's own taxonomy (FDA Class I/II/III; CPSC and NHTSA by hazard type), and related-recall context is computed across the full archive. See our editorial standards & corrections policy, the methodology behind these numbers, or report a data error. Data current as of July 2026.