CPSC recall 03-009, announced October 9, 2002, covers Bikepro Baby Walker (about 50,000 units). The baby walkers can fit through a standard doorway and are not designed to stop at the edge of a step. Consumers should stop using these walkers immediately and return them to the store where purchased for a full refund. Recall contact: call (800) 261-2559.
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 baby walkers bear a warning label that states in part: "WARNING: NOTE: NEVER LEAVE CHILD UNATTENDED" or "NEVER LEAVE YOUR BABY ALONE IN THIS BABY WALKER" or "USE ONLY FOR CHILDREN WHO CAN SIT UNASSISTED." The baby walkers may bear a label stating "BEBELOVE."
Which products are included?
The recalled walkers are intended for babies age 6 months or older. The walkers are blue, green, pink and yellow. They have a musical tray, a thick foamed padded seat and some are equipped with stoppers on the side. These model numbers are recalled: 305, 308RK, 309STP, 384, 386, 388, 388STP, 389STP, 392STP, 393STP, 395 and 399STP. The model numbers are located on the outside of each box. The baby walkers bear a warning label that states in part: "WARNING: NOTE: NEVER LEAVE CHILD UNATTENDED" or "NEVER LEAVE YOUR BABY ALONE IN THIS BABY WALKER" or "USE ONLY FOR CHILDREN WHO CAN SIT UNASSISTED." The baby walkers may bear a label stating "BEBELOVE."
Confirm these details on the official CPSC noticeWhy it was recalled
The baby walkers can fit through a standard doorway and are not designed to stop at the edge of a step. Babies using these baby walkers could be seriously injured or killed if they fall down stairs.
Incidents and injuries
Bikepro, Inc. has not received any reports of injuries involving these walkers. This recall is being conducted to prevent the possibility of injury.
Official remedy
Consumers should stop using these walkers immediately and return them to the store where purchased for a full refund.
Product and sales details
- Brand
- Bikepro
- Recall number
- 03-009
- Units
- About 50,000
- Manufactured in
- China
- Sold at / sales period
- Independent discount stores located in Arizona, California, Colorado, Texas, Michigan, Missouri and New York sold these baby walkers, from January 2000 through August 2001, for between $18 and $22
- Importer
- Bikepro, Inc., of Pico Rivera, Calif.
Baby Walker
CPSC product type: Baby Walkers/Stationary Entertainers
Recall contact information
For more information, contact Bikepro, Inc. at (800) 261-2559 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. PT Monday through Friday.
Verify phone numbers, hours, and websites on the current CPSC notice before contacting the firm.
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