CPSC recall · Reported October 13, 2016
Chimparoo Baby Carriers by L'echarpe Porte-bonheur Recalled Due to Fall Hazard
The carriers' side strap can loosen unexpectedly from the buckle, posing a fall hazard to the child in the carrier.
L'echarpe Porte-bonheur Inc., of Canada recalled This recall involves Chimparoo brand Trek baby carriers that allow the user to carry a ba….
Chimparoo Baby Carriers by L'echarpe Porte-bonheur Recalled Due to Fall Hazard was recalled by L'echarpe Porte-bonheur Inc., of Canada in October 13, 2016. Reason: The carriers' side strap can loosen unexpectedly from the buckle, posing a fall hazard to the child in the ca…. Remedy: Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled baby carriers and contact Chimparoo …. Verify recall #17014 with the CPSC before acting.
The recall
L'echarpe Porte-bonheur Inc., of Canada issued this CPSC recall-The carriers' side strap can loosen unexpectedly from the buckle, posing a fall hazard to the child in the ca….
- None
- agency class
- October 13, 2016
- reported
Sourced from official CPSC enforcement records. Verify recall #17014 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 Chimparoo brand Trek baby carriers that allow the user to carry a baby tummy to tummy, on the hip or on the back. The 100% twill fabric carriers were sold in 18 solid, striped and pattern color combinations. The carriers attach to the wearer's body with adjustable straps made of polypropylene webbing and plastic buckles. "Chimparoo" is printed on the upper right hand corner of the carrier. "Trek" is embroidered on the belt.
Reason for recall
The carriers' side strap can loosen unexpectedly from the buckle, posing a fall hazard to the child in the carrier.
Remedy, what to do
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled baby carriers and contact Chimparoo for a free replacement buckle for the baby carrier's side buckle.
Recall Profile
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
| Severity class | Not classified by agency |
| Status | Active |
| Recall number | 17014 |
| Date reported | October 13, 2016 |
| Date initiated | October 13, 2016 |
| Recalling firm | L'echarpe Porte-bonheur Inc., of Canada |
| Affected scope | About 130 (in addition, about 1,000 were sold 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 recalled baby carriers and contact Chimparoo for a free replacement buckle for the ba…
- Check the recall number (17014) 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
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