Optave Inc. · Recalled
Optave Inc. Recalls Action Baby Carriers Due to Fall Hazard
The baby carrier's chest strap can detach from the shoulder straps, posing a fall hazard to the baby.
- Units
- About 250
- Reports
- 2
- Injuries
- —
- Deaths
- 0
- Price
- $80–$90
- Remedy
- See notice
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Affected
The recalled carriers were sold under the "Action Baby Carrier" brand name. The carriers are sold in various colors and patterns: blue, brown, green, "so square", "the larrisa" and "spring breeze."
The file
- Sold at
- Specialty retail stores nationwide and Internet sites from May 2008 through June 2008 for between $80 and $90.
- Product type
- Infant Carriers/Slings/Backpacks/Car Seats
- Made in
- United States
- Recalled by
- Optave Inc., of Alpena, Mich.
Incident log
Optave Inc. has received two reports of the chest strap detaching from the shoulder straps on the baby carrier. No injuries have been reported.
What the notice says to do
Consumers should immediately stop using the carrier in the positions that require the use of the chest strap and contact Optave to receive free replacement straps.
For additional information, contact Optave Inc. at toll-free (888) 666-6459 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday or visit the firm's Web site at www.actionbabycarriers.com
Recall notice published by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission. This site is independent: always confirm on the official notice before acting.
Notice first dated SEP 03 2008; last revised MAY 23 2014.