CPSC recall 01-172, announced June 14, 2001, covers Century Products Take 2, "Travel Solutions," "Pioneer," "Travelite," and "Pro Sport" 4-in-1 strollers (about 650,000 units). The strollers can unexpectedly collapse or the car seat/carrier adapter can unexpectedly detach. The notice cites 681 incident reports and 250 injuries. Consumers should stop using these strollers and call Graco to order a free repair kit. Recall contact: call (800) 345-4109, or go to www.gracobaby.com.
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.
The CPSC data does not provide a discrete model-number list for this record. Compare the product description and identification details on the official notice.
The model names for the recalled strollers can be found on the footrest, the seat pad, the legs of the frame or on a white label on the side locks.
Which products are included?
The recalled strollers are for toddlers when used alone and for infants when a car seat/carrier is connected to the stroller. The model names for the recalled strollers can be found on the footrest, the seat pad, the legs of the frame or on a white label on the side locks. Model Name Years Made Take 2 2000 Travel Solutions 1999-2000 Pioneer 1998-2000 Travelite 1997-1998 Pro Sport 1996-1999
Confirm these details on the official CPSC noticeWhy it was recalled
The strollers can unexpectedly collapse or the car seat/carrier adapter can unexpectedly detach. When this happens, an infant or young child inside the stroller or an attached car seat/carrier can fall to the ground and suffer serious injuries.
Incidents and injuries
Century has received 681 reports of incidents, including 250 injuries when the stroller unexpectedly collapsed or the car seat/carrier adapter detached. These reports include three concussions, two skull fractures, one fractured elbow, and two chipped teeth. The remaining injuries include bruises and cuts.
Official remedy
Consumers should stop using these strollers and call Graco to order a free repair kit. Consumers should have their strollers available, as Graco will help consumers determine if they have one of the recalled models.
Product and sales details
- Brand
- Century Products
- Manufacturer
- Century Products Co., of Macedonia, Ohio
- Product type
- Strollers
- Recall number
- 01-172
- Units
- About 650,000
- Sold at / sales period
- Mass merchandise, juvenile products and discount department stores nationwide sold these strollers, from approximately December 1996 through March 2001, for between $100 and $200.
Take 2, "Travel Solutions," "Pioneer," "Travelite," and "Pro Sport" 4-in-1 strollers
CPSC product type: Strollers & Accessories
Recall contact information
Consumers may call Graco, which now owns the "Century" brand name, toll-free at (800) 345-4109 anytime. Consumers also can log on to the company's website at www.gracobaby.com
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