1.5 Million Graco Strollers Recalled for Amputation, Laceration Danger
The Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) announced on January 20, 2010 the recall of about 1.5 million Graco strollers for an amputation and laceration hazard caused by a problematic hinge mechanism. According to a huffingtonpost.com article, the recall for Graco Children’s Products Inc. strollers includes certain model numbers of its Passage, Alano and Spree Strollers and Travel Systems. The model numbers and manufacture dates can be found on the lower inside portion of the stroller’s rear frame, which is above the back wheels. Consumers are being told to discontinue use of the strollers or contact PA-based Graco for a free repair kit.
The recalled strollers were sold between October 2004 and December 2009 at several stores including Wal-Mart, Target, AAFES, Burlington Coat Factory, Babies R Us, Toys R Us, Kmart, Sears, and many others. The recall was issued after seven incidents were reported of children either having their fingertips amputated or cut from putting their fingers in a stroller’s canopy hinge when it was being opened or closed.
As the second major stroller recall since November 2009 involving the danger of fingertip severing and injury, the CPSC is currently examining all strollers with the specific hinge and canopy design that has caused children to be afflicted. A safety commission spokesman stated, “CPSC is taking a larger look at the entire product line to determine what steps need to be taken to keep children safe in and around strollers.” Consumers can call 800-345-4109 or visit www.cpsc.gove for more information regarding the recalled strollers.
At Wingate, Russotti & Shapiro LLP, our New York consumer product recall lawyers will be monitoring new updates regarding defective strollers and children’s product recalls. If your child has been injured or involved in an accident due to a defective or dangerous product, our skilled personal injury and products liability attorneys may be able to help you seek compensation from negligent manufacturers. Call Wingate, Russotti & Shapiro today at 212-986-7353 for a consultation and to learn more about how we can help.
Source article: http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2010/01/20/graco-stroller-recall-chi_n_429483.html
