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Skip Hop Convertible High Chairs
The notice says to stop using it — see below for what to do.
What’s wrong
The front legs on the highchair can detach from the seat, posing fall and injury hazards to children.
The Recall Registry rates this serious — Fall risk.
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.
Recall image provided by CPSC
What to do
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled high chairs and contact Skip Hop for a full refund or an e gift card of equal value.
Who to contact: Skip Hop toll-free at 888-282-4674 from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or online at www.skiphop.com and click on “Recalls” for more information.
The product
This recall involves the charcoal colored Tuo convertible high chair, which can be converted into a toddler chair. The style numbers are 304200 and 304200CN with a date code found on the back of the chair as follows: HH102016, HH11/2016, HH3/2017 and HH4/2017. The highchairs have a reversible seat pad, removable tray, 5-point harness, beechwood footrest and legs
Details
- Units affected
- About 7,900 in U.S. (In addition, 2,000 in Canada)
- Recall date
- January 9, 2018
- Brand
- Skip Hop, Inc., of New York
- Injuries reported
- Yes
- What has been reported
- Skip Hop has received 59 reports of the legs of the high chairs detaching, including eight reported injuries that resulted in a lip cut and bruises to children.
Babies "R" Us, Buy Buy Baby, Target, Kohls, Dillards and other children specialty stores nationwide and online at Amazon.com and Skiphop.com from December 2016 through September 2017 for about $160.
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: “Skip Hop Recalls Convertible High Chairs 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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