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Fall / CollapseAugust 6, 2009CPSC #09302

Target Recalls Circo Booster Seats Due to Fall Hazard

Brand
Product
Car Seats
Units affected
43,000
Remedy
refund

What was recalled

This recall involves Circo booster seats with manufacture date codes XJ0811, XJ0812, XJ0901, and XJ0902. The plastic booster seat is blue with green trim and has white straps. The manufacture date code is printed on the backside of the seat next to the consumer warning information. "Circo" can be found on a label located in the front of the seat.

Hazard

The booster seat restraint buckle can open unexpectedly, allowing a child to fall from the chair and be injured.

Injuries

Target has received eight reports of the booster seat buckles opening unexpectedly, including three reports of bruises.

Made in

China

Where it was sold

  • Target stores nationwide from December 2008 through June 2009 for about $13.

Photos

Recalled Booster Seat
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