CPSC recall 04-168, announced June 23, 2004, covers Dorel Juvenile Group COSCO® "Rock 'N Roller" Baby Stroller (300,000 units). If the stop pins are bent or missing or the seat is not fully attached, the seat can partially detach from the frame during use and the infant occupant can be injured in a fall. The notice cites 77 incident reports. Consumers should stop using the recalled "Rock 'N Roller" strollers with detachable seats immediately and call the firm to determine how to inspect the stroller for possible replacement. Recall contact: call (800) 711-0402, go to www.djgusa.com, or email rnr@djgusa.com.
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The side folding area of the frame has a white plastic cover that is labeled "Rock 'N Roller by Geoby COSCO®." There is a label on the back of the frame containing one of the following model numbers: "01-654, 01-622, 01-624, 01-646 or 01-656." The seat cover is usually a dark blue or green printed fabric with "COSCO® A Dorel Company" printed on the footrest.
Which products are included?
The COSCO® "Rock 'N Roller" strollers involved have seats that can be removed from the stroller frame. The detached seat can function as a bassinet or be repositioned on the stroller frame facing front or back. The stroller has a dark blue or green metal frame with four wheels on the front and two wheels on the back. The side folding area of the frame has a white plastic cover that is labeled "Rock 'N Roller by Geoby COSCO®." There is a label on the back of the frame containing one of the following model numbers: "01-654, 01-622, 01-624, 01-646 or 01-656." The seat cover is usually a dark blue or green printed fabric with "COSCO® A Dorel Company" printed on the footrest.
Confirm these details on the official CPSC noticeWhy it was recalled
If the stop pins are bent or missing or the seat is not fully attached, the seat can partially detach from the frame during use and the infant occupant can be injured in a fall.
Incidents and injuries
There have been 77 reports of problems related to the stroller seats. Injuries included one child that fell and had a slight concussion and another child that cut his forehead and required stitches. Additionally, there were 46 reports of bumps and bruises.
Official remedy
Consumers should stop using the recalled "Rock 'N Roller" strollers with detachable seats immediately and call the firm to determine how to inspect the stroller for possible replacement.
Product and sales details
- Brand
- Dorel Juvenile Group
- Manufacturer
- Dorel Juvenile Group USA, of Columbus, Ind.
- Product type
- Strollers
- Recall number
- 04-168
- Units
- 300,000
- Manufactured in
- China
- Sold at / sales period
- Wal-Mart, Kmart, Sears, Toys R Us, Target, JC Penney's, Service Merchandise and other toy and children's furniture stores nationwide, from April 1996 through August 2002, for between $79 and $179.
COSCO® "Rock 'N Roller" Baby Stroller
CPSC product type: Strollers & Accessories
Recall contact information
Dorel Juvenile Group at (800) 711-0402 between 8 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, visit the firm's web site at www.djgusa.com or email rnr@djgusa.com
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