CPSCApril 22, 2008

Beco Baby Carrier Recalls "Beco Butterfly" Infant

Beco Baby Carrier Recalls "Beco Butterfly" Infant Carriers

Why was Beco Baby Carrier Recalls "Beco Butterfly" Infant recalled?

The buckles on the carrier shoulder straps can unexpectedly release tension, causing the strap to slip through, posing a fall hazard to the baby.

What should I do if I have this product?

Consumers should immediately stop using the carriers and contact Beco Baby Carrier to receive instructions for returning the carriers for repair. Contact: Consumers should contact Beco Baby Carrier Inc. toll-free at (888) 943-8232/9-GET-BECO between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. PT Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's Web site at www.becobabycarrier.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
Beco Baby Butterfly Carriers
Company
Beco Baby Carrier Inc., of Newport Beach, Calif.
Quantity
About 2,000
Sold at
Specialty retail stores nationwide and internet sites from January 2008 through February 2008 for about $140.
Recall date
April 22, 2008
Incidents / injuries
Beco has received eight reports of the carrier straps slipping through the shoulder buckles. No injuries have been reported.
Agency
CPSC

Product description

The recalled infant carriers were sold under brand name "Beco Baby Carrier Butterfly." The carriers have a black label with a green "b" logo on the left side and a butterfly on the right side. The label is sewn on the outside of the carrier. The following carrier styles are included in the recall: Mia, Pony Express, Carnival, Addison, Ethan, Sophia, Cameron, Ava and Joshua.

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