CPSCMarch 27, 2007

Baby Trend Back Pack Carriers recall: Fall Hazard

Baby Trend Recalls Back Pack Carriers Due to Fall Hazard

Why was Baby Trend Back Pack Carriers recalled?

The stitching on the strap of the carrier can loosen or detach, causing the carrier to shift, posing a fall hazard to young children.

What should I do if I have this product?

Consumers should contact Baby Trend for return instructions and a free replacement carrier. Contact: For additional information, contact Baby Trend at (800) 328-7363 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. PT Monday through Friday or visit the firm's Web site at www.babytrend.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
Baby Trend Back Pack Carriers
Company
Baby Trend Inc., of Ontario, Calif.
Quantity
About 4,000
Sold at
Discount department and juvenile products stores nationwide from March 2002 through November 2006 for about $50.
Recall date
March 27, 2007
Incidents / injuries
Baby Trend has received one report of a child who bruised their forehead after falling out of the carrier. Baby Trend also received 17 reports of shoulder straps loosening from the body of the carrier.
Agency
CPSC

Product description

The product is a green/silver infant back pack carrier made of heavy duty nylon with a lightweight steel frame. Only carriers with style number 2512 and 2592LX are included in the recall. Style numbers are printed on the metal frame of the product. The carrier has a 5-point safety harness, padded shoulder and hip straps, padded leg openings and heat support. The carrier also has a top canopy and large diaper bag which attaches to the frame. "Baby Trend" is printed on the back of the seat of the carrier. The backpack folds into its own diaper bag for storage and travel.

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