CPSC Recalls

Recalls / 2008-04-22

Beco Baby Carrier Recalls "Beco Butterfly" Infant Carriers

08253 · Recalled 2008-04-22 · CPSC page

Recalled Infant Carrier
Recalled Infant Carrier

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.

Hazards

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

Reported injuries

Beco has received eight reports of the carrier straps slipping through the shoulder buckles. No injuries have been reported.

Remedy

Consumers should immediately stop using the carriers and contact Beco Baby Carrier to receive instructions for returning the carriers for repair.

Products

NameModelUnits
Beco Baby Butterfly CarriersAbout 2,000

Parties

Manufacturer
Beco Baby Carrier Inc.
Made in
United States, Dominican Republic
Sold at
Specialty retail, internet sites

Consumer 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

Source: CPSC recall 08253. Inclusion in this database is not legal or medical advice.