Strollers Recalled by Britax Due to Partial Fingertip Amputation Hazard
CPSC Recall1 injuries · 2014-01-30 · 14098
Hazards
The hinge on the stroller's folding mechanism can partially amputate consumers' fingertips, break their fingers or cause severe lacerations, among other injuries, when they press the release button while pulling on the release strap.
Recall
Number
14098
Date
2014-01-30
Injuries reported
1
Products
Names
B-Agile, B-Agile Double and BOB Motion strollers
Remedies
Options
Repair
Companies
Retailer(s)
Major retailers and juvenile products stores nationwide, and online at Amazon.com, albeebaby.com, buybuybaby.com, diapers.com, ToysRUs.com and other online retailers from May 2011 through June 2013 for between $250 and $450.
Importer(s)
Britax Child Safety Inc., of Fort Mill, S.C.
Country of manufacture
China
Description
This recall involves Britax B-Agile, B-Agile Double and BOB Motion strollers. The single and double strollers were sold in various color schemes, including black, red, kiwi, sandstone, navy and orange. They were manufactured between March 2011 and June 2013 and have the following model numbers: U341763, U341764, U341782 and U341783 for the B-Agile strollers; U361818 or U361819 for the B-Agile Double strollers; and U391820, U391821 and U391822 for the BOB Motion strollers. The model number and the manufacture date in YYYY/MM/DD format can be found on label located on the inside of the stroller's metal frame near the right rear wheel.