Hazardous Baby Products Recalled

by Barbara McPherson | June 3, 2009 at 12:21 pm
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Two baby products have a recall order in Canada.
1.  Bugaboo Bee Strollers  Description follows.

This recall involves Bugaboo® "Bee" strollers, which were sold in blue, dark khaki, pink, red, yellow, and black options. The recalled strollers have the words "bugaboo® bee" printed on the left side of the seat. The strollers also have item code 51100, which can be found on the plastic support under the seat.

Hazard Identified:  The brakes on the stroller may fail and allow the stroller to unexpectedly roll away.  Bugaboo has received over 100 reports of brake failure.  To date no injuries have been reported.
Fix:  Stop using the stroller and contact Bugaboo for a free repair kit.

For more information, consumers may contact Bugaboo® at 1-800-460-2922 between 9AM and 5PM PT Monday through Friday, or visit Next link will open in a new window the firm's Web site , or e-mail the firm at bugaboobee-service@bugaboo.com.

Number Sold in Canada:  about 1000
Manufactured in Taiwan

2.  Safety 1st and Eddie Bauer Play Yards.  Description follows.

  • Safety 1st Play Safe Play Yard: model numbers beginning with 05536C. This portable playpen was sold with a bassinet attachment, change station, storage area, and mobile.

  • Safety 1st Dream Magic or Deluxe Play Yard: model numbers beginning with 05049C. This playpen was sold with a bassinet attachment, change station, storage area, and mobile.

  • Eddie Bauer Complete Care Play Yard: model numbers beginning with 05088C. This portable playpen was sold with a bassinet attachment, change station, and mobile.

  • Hazard:  The baby may suffocate if left unattended because as the child's weight presses down, the angles become steeper.  One reported death has occurred.
    Fix:  Stop using this product and contact Dorel Distribution for a free kit to fix the problem.
    For more information, consumers may contact Dorel Distribution Canada by visiting Next link will open in a new window the firm's website or by phoning toll-free at 1-8... between 8AM and 4:30PM ET Monday through Friday.

    Number sold in Canada:  more than 37 000
    Manufactured in China.

    Dorel Distribution has had two recalls of hazardous products recently in Canada.

    Dorel Canada Recalls Hazardous Bassinets

    Baby Cribs Subject of Recall

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    We should maybe have a section on NP with all the post on hazardous products, since that may come in handy for some.

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