CPSC recall · Reported June 14, 2012
Strollers Recalled by Kolcraft Due to Fingertip Amputation and Laceration Hazards
A child or consumer's finger can become caught in the opening formed when locking and unlocking the hinge mechanism which is used to adjust the handlebars on the strollers. This p…
The CPSC recalled This recall involves Kolcraft Contours Options three- and four-wheeled strollers. Strolle….
Strollers Recalled by Kolcraft Due to Fingertip Amputation and Laceration Hazards was recalled and listed by the CPSC in June 14, 2012. Reason: A child or consumer's finger can become caught in the opening formed when locking and unlocking the hinge mec…. Remedy: Consumers should immediately stop using the product and contact the company to receive a …. Verify recall #12196 with the CPSC before acting.
The recall
issued this CPSC recall-A child or consumer's finger can become caught in the opening formed when locking and unlocking the hinge mec….
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- agency class
- June 14, 2012
- reported
Sourced from official CPSC enforcement records. Verify recall #12196 with the agency before acting. Full product description, hazard, remedy, and related recalls are below.
Recall Insight
This recall's affected scope, documented in the Recall Profile below, stays within a single-region or limited-distribution footprint. Distribution information was not included in the agency filing, so consumers should assume broad potential exposure until the firm publishes point-of-sale details. Consumers holding this product should act on the agency's documented remedy above rather than relying on general guidance.
Within the same product category the archive holds 6 closely related recalls, 5 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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Product description
This recall involves Kolcraft Contours Options three- and four-wheeled strollers. Strollers included in the recall have model numbers starting with ZL002, ZL005, ZL008, ZL015 and ZL018. On the ZL002 model, the model number and date of manufacture is printed on a sticker above the left wheel. On the ZL005, ZL008, ZL015 and ZL018 models, the model number and date of manufacture is printed on a label sewn into the edge of back of the stroller seat pad. The strollers were manufactured from January 2006 through November 2009 and sold in various color schemes.
Reason for recall
A child or consumer's finger can become caught in the opening formed when locking and unlocking the hinge mechanism which is used to adjust the handlebars on the strollers. This presents an amputation and laceration hazard to children and the adults handling the stroller.
Remedy, what to do
Consumers should immediately stop using the product and contact the company to receive a free repair kit.
Recall Profile
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
| Severity class | Not classified by agency |
| Status | Active |
| Recall number | 12196 |
| Date reported | June 14, 2012 |
| Date initiated | June 14, 2012 |
| Recalling firm | Not disclosed |
| Affected scope | About 36,000 in the United States and 270 in Canada |
| 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 should immediately stop using the product and contact the company to receive a free repair kit.
- Check the recall number (12196) 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.
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