Recalls / 2001-06-14
CPSC, Century Announce Recall of Multi-Use Strollers
01172 · Recalled 2001-06-14 · CPSC page
Description
The recalled strollers are for toddlers when used alone and for infants when a car seat/carrier is connected to the stroller. The model names for the recalled strollers can be found on the footrest, the seat pad, the legs of the frame or on a white label on the side locks. Model Name Years Made Take 2 2000 Travel Solutions 1999-2000 Pioneer 1998-2000 Travelite 1997-1998 Pro Sport 1996-1999
Hazards
The strollers can unexpectedly collapse or the car seat/carrier adapter can unexpectedly detach. When this happens, an infant or young child inside the stroller or an attached car seat/carrier can fall to the ground and suffer serious injuries.
Reported injuries
Century has received 681 reports of incidents, including 250 injuries when the stroller unexpectedly collapsed or the car seat/carrier adapter detached. These reports include three concussions, two skull fractures, one fractured elbow, and two chipped teeth. The remaining injuries include bruises and cuts.
Remedy
Consumers should stop using these strollers and call Graco to order a free repair kit. Consumers should have their strollers available, as Graco will help consumers determine if they have one of the recalled models.
Products
| Name | Model | Units |
|---|---|---|
| "Take 2," "Travel Solutions," "Pioneer," "Travelite," and "Pro Sport" 4-in-1 strollers | About 650,000 |
Parties
- Manufacturer
- Century Products Co.
- Sold at
- Mass merchandise, juvenile products, discount department sold these strollers, from approximately December 1996 through March 2001, for, $200.
Consumer contact
Consumers may call Graco, which now owns the "Century" brand name, toll-free at (800) 345-4109 anytime. Consumers also can log on to the company's website at www.gracobaby.com
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Source: CPSC recall 01172. Inclusion in this database is not legal or medical advice.