CPSC, Kolcraft Announce Recall of LiteSport Strollers
CPSC, Kolcraft Announce Recall of LiteSport Strollers
Why was CPSC, Kolcraft Announce Recall of LiteSport Strollers recalled?
Lock mechanisms, found on both sides of the stroller, can break and cause the stroller to suddenly collapse. When the strollers collapse, babies can fall and suffer injuries.
What should I do if I have this product?
Consumers should stop using the strollers immediately and call Kolcraft to receive a free repair kit. Contact: For more information, call Kolcraft toll- free at (800) 922-2130 anytime.
What to do with a recalled product: refunds, receipts, safe disposal and how to report a problem.
Is my product affected?
Compare the item in your hand with every identifier below from the official CPSC record. Only products that match the listed product and identifiers are part of this recall.
- Product
- Kolcraft LiteSport strollers, model number 36122
- Company
- Kolcraft Enterprises, Inc., of Chicago, IL
- Quantity
- About 115,000
- Sold at
- Department and juvenile products stores nationwide sold these strollers, from December 1997 through December 2000, for about $30.
- Recall date
- August 9, 2001
- Incidents / injuries
- Kolcraft has received 124 reports of the lock mechanisms breaking, including 31 reports of the stroller collapsing. There were 22 reports of injuries, including abrasions, cuts and bruises to children's faces, arms, hands and legs.
- Agency
- CPSC
Product description
The recall includes only the Kolcraft LiteSport strollers, model number 36122. A label with the word "LiteSport" can be found on the front of the footrest. The model number can be found on a label on the back leg frame of the stroller. These strollers were manufactured from December 1997 through December 1999. The manufacture date is below the model number on the back leg frame label. "Kolcraft" is written on the front of the stroller.