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Jogging Strollers Recalled by B.O.B. Trailers Due to Choking Hazard

Reported: October 11, 2011 Initiated: October 11, 2011 #12006

Product Description

This recall involves all B.O.B. strollers manufactured between November 1998 and November 2010. Strollers manufactured after October 2006 have a white label affixed to the back of the stroller's leg with the manufacturing date. Strollers with no manufacturing date listed were produced prior to October 2006 and are included in this recall. The strollers were sold in single seat and double-seat models. The BOB®, Ironman® or Stroller Strides® brand name is embroidered on the canopy of the strollers.

Reason for Recall

The stroller canopy's embroidered logo's backing patch can detach, posing a choking hazard to babies and young children.

Remedy

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled strollers until they remove the embroidery backing patch from the interior of the canopy's logo. Consumers should contact B.O.B. Trailers for instructions on removing the backing.

Details

Units Affected
About 411,700 in the United States and 27,000 in Canada (357,000 units were recalled in February 2011 due to strangulation hazard posed by canopy drawstring)

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled?
This recall involves all B.O.B. strollers manufactured between November 1998 and November 2010. Strollers manufactured after October 2006 have a white label affixed to the back of the stroller's leg with the manufacturing date. Strollers with no manufacturing date listed were produced prior to October 2006 and are included in this recall. The strollers were sold in single seat and double-seat models. The BOB®, Ironman® or Stroller Strides® brand name is embroidered on the canopy of the strollers.. Units affected: About 411,700 in the United States and 27,000 in Canada (357,000 units were recalled in February 2011 due to strangulation hazard posed by canopy drawstring).
Why was this product recalled?
The stroller canopy's embroidered logo's backing patch can detach, posing a choking hazard to babies and young children.
What should consumers do?
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled strollers until they remove the embroidery backing patch from the interior of the canopy's logo. Consumers should contact B.O.B. Trailers for instructions on removing the backing.
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the CPSC on October 11, 2011. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: 12006.