Baby Trend Recalls Back Pack Carriers Due to Fall Hazard
CPSC Recall1 injuries · 2007-03-27 · 07138
Hazards
The stitching on the strap of the carrier can loosen or detach, causing the carrier to shift, posing a fall hazard to young children.
Recall
Number
07138
Date
2007-03-27
Injuries reported
1
Products
Names
Baby Trend Back Pack Carriers
Companies
Retailer(s)
Discount department and juvenile products stores nationwide from March 2002 through November 2006 for about $50.
Importer(s)
Baby Trend Inc., of Ontario, Calif.
Country of manufacture
China
Description
The product is a green/silver infant back pack carrier made of heavy duty nylon with a lightweight steel frame. Only carriers with style number 2512 and 2592LX are included in the recall. Style numbers are printed on the metal frame of the product. The carrier has a 5-point safety harness, padded shoulder and hip straps, padded leg openings and heat support. The carrier also has a top canopy and large diaper bag which attaches to the frame. "Baby Trend" is printed on the back of the seat of the carrier. The backpack folds into its own diaper bag for storage and travel.