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Product recall · CPSCJune 2, 2009Serious
Bugaboo Strollers
The notice says to stop using it — see below for what to do.
What’s wrong
One or both sides of the brakes can fail, causing a stroller to unexpectedly roll away on an incline. This can pose a risk of injury to the child occupant.
The Recall Registry rates this serious — The agency says to stop using it immediately.
What it looks like
Photos help. Identifiers decide. Appearance can vary by color, finish or packaging. Confirm the model number, date code or other identifier in the official notice.
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What to do
Consumers should stop using the strollers immediately and contact Bugaboo to receive a free repair kit. To order the bracket kit, contact Bugaboo customer service at (800) 460-2922 between 9 a.m. and 8 p.m.EST Monday through Friday or send an email request to serviceus@bugaboo.com. Please include: your name, address, phone number, date of purchase and the serial number of your Bugaboo Bee.
Who to contact: For additional information, contact Bugaboo at (800) 460-2922 between 9 a.m. and 8 p.m. EST Monday through Friday or visit the firm's Web site at www.bugaboo.com
The product
Bugaboo Bee strollers have item code 580210 on a label on the back of the seat and item code 50100 on a label on the plastic support under the seat. The strollers were sold in blue, dark khaki, pink, red, yellow, and black. "bugaboo® bee" is printed on the left side of the seat.
Details
- Units affected
- About 22,500
- Recall date
- June 2, 2009
- Brand
- Bugaboo Design & Sales, B.V., of the Netherlands
- Made or distributed by
- Bugaboo North America Inc., of Hermosa Beach, Calif.
- Injuries reported
- None reported
- What has been reported
- Bugaboo has received 121 reports of the stroller's brakes failing. No injuries have been reported.
Juvenile product retailers nationwide and on various Web sites from August 2007 through April 2009 for about $530.
The official notice
This recall was issued by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission. The Recall Registry summarises it — always confirm the details at the source.
Their exact wording: “Bugaboo Recalls Strollers Due to Risk of Brake Failure”
Worried about the other things in your house? You can write down what you have and be told if one is recalled — or, if you sell second-hand, check your whole stock at once.
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