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

Reported: May 12, 2011 Initiated: May 12, 2011 #11222

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

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

Details

Units Affected
About one million (this recall was first announced in November 2009)
Official Source
https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2011/Additional-Fingertip-Amputations-and-Lacerations-Prompt-Reannouncement-of-November-2009

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.

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