Strollers Recalled by Britax Due to Partial Fingertip Amputation Hazard
What's being recalled
B-Agile, B-Agile Double and BOB Motion strollers
Units: About 216,000 in the United States and 8,800 in Canada
This recall involves Britax B-Agile, B-Agile Double and BOB Motion strollers. The single and double strollers were sold in various color schemes, including black, red, kiwi, sandstone, navy and orange. They were manufactured between March 2011 and June 2013 and have the following model numbers: U341763, U341764, U341782 and U341783 for the B-Agile strollers; U361818 or U361819 for the B-Agile Double strollers; and U391820, U391821 and U391822 for the BOB Motion strollers. The model number and the manufacture date in YYYY/MM/DD format can be found on label located on the inside of the stroller's metal frame near the right rear wheel.
The problem, in CPSC's words
The hinge on the stroller's folding mechanism can partially amputate consumers' fingertips, break their fingers or cause severe lacerations, among other injuries, when they press the release button while pulling on the release strap.
Incidents and injuries reported to CPSC
Britax has received eight incident reports. Incidents include one partial fingertip amputation, one broken finger and severe finger lacerations.
What CPSC says to do
Repair
Consumers should stop using the recalled strollers immediately and contact Britax to receive a free repair kit.
How to contact the company
Britax; toll-free at (866) 204-1665 from 8:30 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. ET Monday through Thursday and 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Friday, visit the company's websites at www.britaxusa.com or www.bobgear.com and click on "Safety Notice" at the top right corner or on "Learn More" at the bottom center of the page, or e-mail strollerrecall@britax.com for more information.
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Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission recall notice 14098, cpsc.gov. Text in quotes is from CPSC. Photos: CPSC.