CPSC Recalls

Recalls / 2011-12-22

Bugaboo Car Seat Adapter Recalled Due to Fall Hazard

12067 · Recalled 2011-12-22 · CPSC page

Sticker describing the proper installation of the car seat and car seat adapter
Sticker describing the proper installation of the car seat and car seat adapter

Description

This recall involves the Bugaboo car seat adapter models 80400GC01 and 80401GC02. The adapters are devices designed to attach car seats to stroller frames. They are made of silver aluminum tubing and black plastic connecting parts.

Hazards

When the adapter is used on a stroller that also has a wheeled board accessory attached for transporting a standing toddler, and the car seat is positioned so the child faces forward, the car seat can disconnect from the adapter and fall.

Reported injuries

Bugaboo received one report of the car seat disconnecting from the adapter and stroller frame, causing a minor injury.

Remedy

Consumers should immediately stop using the adapter and contact Bugaboo for a free service kit and decals.

Products

NameModelUnits
Bugaboo Car Seat AdaptersAbout 64,000

Parties

Importer
Bugaboo Americas, of El Segundo, Calif.
Made in
China
Sold at
Babies "R" Us, Buy Buy Baby, Neiman Marcus, other department stores, independent juvenile stores, Bugaboo.com, other retailers nationwide from December 2005 to July 2011 for about $45.

Consumer contact

For additional information, contact Bugaboo atserviceus@bugaboo.com or (800) 460-2922 between 7 a.m. and 4 p.m. PT Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's website atwww.bugaboo.com

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Bugaboo car seat adapter
Bugaboo car seat adapter

Source: CPSC recall 12067. Inclusion in this database is not legal or medical advice.