Recalls / 2008-08-28
Regal Lager Recalls to Repair Phil & Teds Strollers Due to Laceration Hazard
08377 · Recalled 2008-08-28 · CPSC page
Description
The recalled single strollers all have metal frames with three wheels, a cloth seat and canopy. The twin strollers have a metal frame with four wheels, side-by-side cloth seats and double sun canopies. The strollers were sold in a variety of colors including red, orange, green, black, charcoal and navy. The Phil & Teds logo is located on the crotch piece of the harness.
Hazards
The stroller's hinge locking mechanism poses a laceration hazard to the user folding and unfolding the strollers.
Reported injuries
Regal Lager has received nine reports from consumers who injured their fingers in the stroller's hinge locking mechanism.
Remedy
Consumers should stop using the strollers immediately and contact Regal Lager to obtain a free hinge cover repair kit and instructions.
Products
| Name | Model | Units |
|---|---|---|
| Phil & Teds e3 Single Buggy, e3 Twin Buggy and sport v1 Single Buggy Strollers | About 44,000 (This recall was first announced in May 2006) |
Parties
- Importer
- Regal Lager Inc., of Kennesaw, Ga.
- Made in
- China
- Sold at
- Baby furniture, baby products from August 2003 through August 2008 for between $400, $650.
Consumer contact
For more information, consumers can Regal Lager toll-free at (877) 242-5676 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday or visit the firm's Web site at www.regallager.com
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Source: CPSC recall 08377. Inclusion in this database is not legal or medical advice.