Recall 02-164, published May 20, 2002
Dorel Juvenile Group Safety 1st and Beatrix Potter "Designer 22" infant car seats/carriers
Compare the model on your label, then check any serial numbers, date codes, and exclusions in the notice. A model match alone does not confirm that your unit is included.
Affected model numbers
02-620-BEAThe model number and manufacture date are located on the instruction and warning label on the side of the car seat/carrier.
Which products are included?
The recalled car seats/carriers were sold under the Safety 1st and Beatrix Potter "Designer 22" brand names and were manufactured by Dorel Juvenile Group in the U.S. The seats were manufactured between January 3, 2002 and February 13, 2002. Only model numbers and color codes 02-621-SAL, 02-620-AZY and 02-620-BEA are included in this recall. The model number and manufacture date are located on the instruction and warning label on the side of the car seat/carrier.
Confirm these details on the official CPSC noticeWhy it was recalled
When the seat is used as a carrier, the plastic handle can unexpectedly release from the carrying position. When this happens, an unrestrained infant can fall to the ground and suffer injuries.
Official remedy
Consumers can continue to use the "Designer 22" as a car seat but should stop using it as a carrier immediately and contact Dorel Juvenile Group to receive a repair kit.
- Brand
- Dorel Juvenile Group
- Recall published
- May 20, 2002
- Category
- Children & Toys
- Units
- About 26,000
- Sold at / sales period
- Mass merchandise and department stores nationwide sold the "Designer 22" infant car seats/carriers, from January 2002 through April 2002, for between $40 and $70. None of the car seats/carriers was sold in Canada.
