Chimparoo Baby Carriers by L'echarpe Porte-bonheur Recalled Due to Fall Hazard
CPSC Recall1 injuries · 2016-10-13 · 17014
Hazards
The carriers' side strap can loosen unexpectedly from the buckle, posing a fall hazard to the child in the carrier.
Recall
Number
17014
Date
2016-10-13
Injuries reported
1
Products
Names
Trek Baby carriers
Remedies
Options
Repair
Companies
Manufacturer(s)
L'echarpe Porte-bonheur Inc., of Canada
Retailer(s)
Children's boutique stores, such as Granola Babies, of Costa Mesa, Calif., Eat/Sleep/Play, of Summerville, SC and Top to Bottom, of Omaha, Neb. and online at www.Amazon.com and www.Chimaparoo.ca from May 2016 through July 2016 for about $170.
Country of manufacture
Canada
Description
This recall involves Chimparoo brand Trek baby carriers that allow the user to carry a baby tummy to tummy, on the hip or on the back. The 100% twill fabric carriers were sold in 18 solid, striped and pattern color combinations. The carriers attach to the wearer's body with adjustable straps made of polypropylene webbing and plastic buckles. "Chimparoo" is printed on the upper right hand corner of the carrier. "Trek" is embroidered on the belt.