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Fall / CollapseFebruary 22, 2005CPSC #05117

CPSC, Playtex Products Inc., Announce Recall of Hip Hammock Child Carriers

Product
Car Seats
Units affected
32,000
Remedy
replacement

What was recalled

The recalled infant carriers were sold under the name "Playtex Hip Hammock," which is sewn into the front of the carrier. The model number is sewn into the inside panel below the instructions for use. The model numbers are: 05300 - Basic Black Hip Hammock 05301 - Deluxe Black Hip Hammock 05302 - Deluxe Navy Blue Hip Hammock

Hazard

The shoulder strap support can detach from the hammock, posing a fall hazard to the baby.

Injuries

The company has received two reports of the shoulder strap detaching from the infant carrier. No injuries have been reported.

Made in

China

Where it was sold

  • Juvenile product stores, discount stores nationwide, catalog and internet sites, from June 2004 through February 2005, for about $40 (Basic model) and $60 (Deluxe model).

Photos

Recalled Hip Hammock
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