Severity
Moderate
ModerateActive
CPSC recall · Reported May 26, 2016
Osprey Recalls Child Backpack Carriers Due to Fall Hazard
A cut in the plastic buckle on the shoulder strap can cause the shoulder strap to release, posing a fall hazard to a child in the carrier.
Osprey Child Safety Products LLC, of Cortez, Colo. recalled This recall involves the Poco AG, Poco AG Plus and Poco AG Premium model child backpack c… - a moderate-severity action.
Osprey Recalls Child Backpack Carriers Due to Fall Hazard was recalled by Osprey Child Safety Products LLC, of Cortez, Colo. in May 26, 2016. Reason: A cut in the plastic buckle on the shoulder strap can cause the shoulder strap to release, posing a fall haza…. Remedy: Consumers should immediately inspect the buckles on both straps of the carrier harness to…. Verify recall #16178 with the CPSC before acting.
The recall
Osprey Child Safety Products LLC, of Cortez, Colo. issued this moderate-severity CPSC recall-A cut in the plastic buckle on the shoulder strap can cause the shoulder strap to release, posing a fall haza….
- Moderate
- severity level
- May 26, 2016
- reported
Sourced from official CPSC enforcement records. Verify recall #16178 with the agency before acting. Full product description, hazard, remedy, and related recalls are below.
Recall Insight
This CPSC action (record #16178) was formally reported on May 26, 2016. It is classified under Moderate severity, with a current status of Active. Osprey Child Safety Products LLC, of Cortez, Colo. is listed as the recalling firm. Federal records list the affected scope as About 31,000.
The documented reason for this recall is: A cut in the plastic buckle on the shoulder strap can cause the shoulder strap to release, posing a fall hazard to a child in the carrier. 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 should immediately inspect the buckles on both straps of the carrier harness to determine if there is a cut in the plastic buckle on one or both straps. If the buckle is cut, consumers shou… - 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.
Children & Baby Products recalls over time
Where this recall sits in its category - 3,731 children & baby products recalls on record
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.
Counts reflect market size and reporting activity, not inherent danger, we do not rank products by risk from raw recall volume.
Affected scope
About 31,000
Related Recalls
6
6 from same agency
Product description
This recall involves the Poco AG, Poco AG Plus and Poco AG Premium model child backpack carriers. These nylon carriers come in seaside blue, ivy green and black. They have a metal frame and a gray padded child's seat inside. The back of the carrier also has an upper zippered pocket and a lower zipped compartment, along with a stretch pocket in the middle. The production date code identifying when the carrier was manufactured is stamped on a black label sewn in the interior of the large lower zippered compartment in the back of the carrier. Recalled carriers have a production date code of S16SB03, S16SB04, S16SB05, S16SB06 or S16SB07. "Osprey" is printed on the back at the top of the carrier. The model name is printed on the back at the bottom.
Reason for recall
A cut in the plastic buckle on the shoulder strap can cause the shoulder strap to release, posing a fall hazard to a child in the carrier.
Remedy, what to do
Consumers should immediately inspect the buckles on both straps of the carrier harness to determine if there is a cut in the plastic buckle on one or both straps. If the buckle is cut, consumers should immediately stop using the carrier and contact Osprey for a free replacement or full refund. Consumers also may contact Osprey and return the carrier for inspection. If the buckle is cut, consumers will receive a replacement or full refund.
Recall Profile
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
| Severity class | Moderate |
| Status | Active |
| Recall number | 16178 |
| Date reported | May 26, 2016 |
| Date initiated | May 26, 2016 |
| Recalling firm | Osprey Child Safety Products LLC, of Cortez, Colo. |
| Affected scope | About 31,000 |
| 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 inspect the buckles on both straps of the carrier harness to determine if there is a cut in the plas…
- Check the recall number (16178) 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 recall involves the Poco AG, Poco AG Plus and Poco AG Premium model child backpack carriers. These nylon carriers come in seaside blue, ivy green and black. They have a metal frame and a gray padded child's seat inside. The back of the carrier also has an upper zippered pocket and a lower zipped compartment, along with a stretch pocket in the middle. The production date code identifying when the carrier was manufactured is stamped on a black label sewn in the interior of the large lower zippered compartment in the back of the carrier. Recalled carriers have a production date code of S16SB03, S16SB04, S16SB05, S16SB06 or S16SB07. "Osprey" is printed on the back at the top of the carrier. The model name is printed on the back at the bottom.. Recalled by Osprey Child Safety Products LLC, of Cortez, Colo.. Units affected: About 31,000.
Why was this product recalled? ▼
A cut in the plastic buckle on the shoulder strap can cause the shoulder strap to release, posing a fall hazard to a child in the carrier.
What should consumers do? ▼
Consumers should immediately inspect the buckles on both straps of the carrier harness to determine if there is a cut in the plastic buckle on one or both straps. If the buckle is cut, consumers should immediately stop using the carrier and contact Osprey for a free replacement or full refund. Consumers also may contact Osprey and return the carrier for inspection. If the buckle is cut, consumers will receive a replacement or full refund.
Which agency issued this recall? ▼
This recall was issued by the CPSC on May 26, 2016. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: 16178.
How do I check if my product is affected by a recall? ▼
Check the product description and recall number (16178) 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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