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Product recall · CPSCJuly 31, 2012Serious
Liberty Mountain VAUDE Kenta Child Carriers
The notice says to stop using it — see below for what to do.
What’s wrong
The side strap's seam can unravel and cause the strap to separate, posing a fall hazard to the child in the carrier.
The Recall Registry rates this serious — Fall risk.
What it looks like
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What to do
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled child carriers and return the product to an authorized VAUDE dealer for a replacement. Consumers can contact Liberty Mountain to locate an authorized VAUDE dealer.
Who to contact: For additional information, contact Liberty Mountain at (800) 366-2666 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. MT Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's websites at www.vaude.com or www.libertymountain.com
The product
This recall involves backpack-style child carriers sold under the Kenta and Kenta Plus model name. "VAUDE" is printed on the back and between the shoulder straps of the carrier. "Kenta" or "Kenta Plus" is printed on the lower back or hip belt of the carrier. The carriers were sold in black, red and brown and were designed for children up to 31 pounds.
Details
- Units affected
- About 300 in the United States and 100 in Canada
- Recall date
- July 31, 2012
- Brand
- VAUDE Sport GmbH & Company KG, of Germany, Liberty Mountain, of Salt Lake City, Utah
- Injuries reported
- None reported
- What has been reported
- VAUDE has received two reports of the side strap separating. No injuries have been reported.
Outdoor camping and climbing stores nationwide from January 2010 through May 2012 for about $150 for the Kenta and $170 for the Kenta Plus models.
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: “Liberty Mountain Recalls VAUDE Kenta Child Carriers Due to Fall Hazard”
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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