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CPSC recall · Reported March 27, 2013

Bugaboo Recalls Cameleon3 Strollers Due to Fall Hazard

The stroller's carrying handle can break and detach posing a fall hazard.

Recall #
13153
Affected scope
About 9,200 in the U.S. and 960 in Canada
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Bugaboo International B.v., of Amsterdam, The Netherlands recalled This recall involves the Bugaboo Cameleon3 strollers. The stroller has an aluminum and pl….

Bugaboo Recalls Cameleon3 Strollers Due to Fall Hazard was recalled by Bugaboo International B.v., of Amsterdam, The Netherlands in March 27, 2013. Reason: The stroller's carrying handle can break and detach posing a fall hazard.. Remedy: Consumers should immediately remove the carry handle from the stroller's bassinet or seat…. Verify recall #13153 with the CPSC before acting.

The recall

Bugaboo International B.v., of Amsterdam, The Netherlands issued this CPSC recall-The stroller's carrying handle can break and detach posing a fall hazard..

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Sourced from official CPSC enforcement records. Verify recall #13153 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.

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Product description

This recall involves the Bugaboo Cameleon3 strollers. The stroller has an aluminum and plastic frame with rubberized wheels, a removable seat and bassinet, a removable "U"-shaped carry handle, an under-the-seat storage bag and a sun canopy. The bassinet, seat and sun canopy come in a variety of colors. The removable carry handle is used to transport the bassinet or seat separately from the chassis. The words "Bugaboo" and "Cameleon3" appear on a fabric tag on the side of the sun canopy. Strollers included in the recall have serial numbers from 19010 11153 00001 to 19010 51248 00215. Serial numbers are printed on a horizontal bar of the stroller's chassis beneath the seat.

Reason for recall

The stroller's carrying handle can break and detach posing a fall hazard.

Remedy, what to do

Consumers should immediately remove the carry handle from the stroller's bassinet or seat and contact Bugaboo for a free replacement handle. While awaiting the replacement handle, consumers can continue to use the seat or bassinet when attached to the chassis but should not attempt to use the seat or bassinet separate from the chassis.

Recall Profile

Structured summary of the CPSC recall record
Attribute Value
Agency U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission
Severity class Not classified by agency
Status Active
Recall number 13153
Date reported March 27, 2013
Date initiated March 27, 2013
Recalling firm Bugaboo International B.v., of Amsterdam, The Netherlands
Affected scope About 9,200 in the U.S. and 960 in Canada
Distribution Not disclosed
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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 remove the carry handle from the stroller's bassinet or seat and contact Bugaboo for a free replacem…

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Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled? ▼
This recall involves the Bugaboo Cameleon3 strollers. The stroller has an aluminum and plastic frame with rubberized wheels, a removable seat and bassinet, a removable "U"-shaped carry handle, an under-the-seat storage bag and a sun canopy. The bassinet, seat and sun canopy come in a variety of colors. The removable carry handle is used to transport the bassinet or seat separately from the chassis. The words "Bugaboo" and "Cameleon3" appear on a fabric tag on the side of the sun canopy. Strollers included in the recall have serial numbers from 19010 11153 00001 to 19010 51248 00215. Serial numbers are printed on a horizontal bar of the stroller's chassis beneath the seat.. Recalled by Bugaboo International B.v., of Amsterdam, The Netherlands. Units affected: About 9,200 in the U.S. and 960 in Canada.
Why was this product recalled? ▼
The stroller's carrying handle can break and detach posing a fall hazard.
What should consumers do? ▼
Consumers should immediately remove the carry handle from the stroller's bassinet or seat and contact Bugaboo for a free replacement handle. While awaiting the replacement handle, consumers can continue to use the seat or bassinet when attached to the chassis but should not attempt to use the seat or bassinet separate from the chassis.
Which agency issued this recall? ▼
This recall was issued by the CPSC on March 27, 2013. CPSC does not publish a hazard classification for this recall. Recall number: 13153.
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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