CPSCFebruary 22, 2005

CPSC, Playtex Products Inc., Announce Recall of Hip

CPSC, Playtex Products Inc., Announce Recall of Hip Hammock Child Carriers

Why was CPSC, Playtex Products Inc., Announce Recall of Hip recalled?

The shoulder strap support can detach from the hammock, posing a fall hazard to the baby.

What should I do if I have this product?

Consumers should stop using the carrier immediately and contact Playtex Products Inc., for instructions on returning the carrier for a replacement. Contact: Consumers should contact Playtex Products Inc., at (800) 522-8230 between 8:30 a.m. and 8 p.m. ET, Monday through Friday, or visit the Playtex Baby Web site at www.playtexbaby.com

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
Playtex Hip Hammock
Company
Playtex Products Inc., of Westport, Conn.
Quantity
About 32,000
Sold at
Juvenile product stores, discount stores nationwide, catalog and internet sites, from June 2004 through February 2005, for about $40 (Basic model) and $60 (Deluxe model).
Recall date
February 22, 2005
Incidents / injuries
The company has received two reports of the shoulder strap detaching from the infant carrier. No injuries have been reported.
Agency
CPSC

Product description

The recalled infant carriers were sold under the name "Playtex Hip Hammock," which is sewn into the front of the carrier. The model number is sewn into the inside panel below the instructions for use. The model numbers are: 05300 - Basic Black Hip Hammock 05301 - Deluxe Black Hip Hammock 05302 - Deluxe Navy Blue Hip Hammock

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