CPSC recall 06-148, announced April 25, 2006, covers Sycamore Kids Mountain Buggy Urban Single and Urban Double, Breeze Strollers (about 4,000 units). The handlebar can crack or break, causing the handlebar to detach while in use, posing a risk of injury to young children. The notice cites 49 incident reports. Contact Sycamore Kids to find an authorized repair center to receive a free replacement handlebar ratchet. Recall contact: call (866) 524-8805, go to www.mountainbuggyusa.com, or email support@mountainbuggyusa.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 serial number and model number are on the back of the metal plate.
Which products are included?
The recalled strollers have a metal frame and a cloth seat with a sun canopy. The strollers were sold in a variety of colors including: midnight blue, navy, red, black, silver and orange. A metal plate above the footrest shows the Mountain Buggy logo with "Mountain Buggy," and "Urban," or "Breeze" written underneath on the metal plate. The recalled Mountain Buggy Urban Single strollers have item number U1204-002, and serial numbers between 000000 and 015276. The recalled Mountain Buggy Urban Double strollers have item number U2204-002, and serial numbers between 000000 and 009221. The recalled Mountain Buggy Breeze strollers have item number B1204-001, and serial numbers between 000000 and 000191. The serial number and model number are on the back of the metal plate.
Confirm these details on the official CPSC noticeWhy it was recalled
The handlebar can crack or break, causing the handlebar to detach while in use, posing a risk of injury to young children.
Incidents and injuries
Sycamore Kids has received 49 reports of the handlebars either cracking or breaking when the stroller was pulled up or taken down stairs. This resulted in five reports of bruises and scrapes.
Official remedy
Contact Sycamore Kids to find an authorized repair center to receive a free replacement handlebar ratchet.
Product and sales details
- Brand
- Sycamore Kids
- Product type
- Strollers
- Recall number
- 06-148
- Units
- About 4,000
- Manufactured in
- New Zealand
- Sold at / sales period
- Juvenile furniture retailers and baby product stores and Web retailers nationwide, from December 2004 through September 2005 for between $400 and $640.
- Distributor
- Sycamore Kids Inc., of Fort Collins, Colo.
Mountain Buggy Urban Single and Urban Double, Breeze Strollers
CPSC product type: Strollers & Accessories
Recall contact information
For additional information, contact Sycamore Kids Inc. toll-free at (866) 524-8805 anytime, or write to support@mountainbuggyusa.com This recall information also can be found on the firm's Web site at www.mountainbuggyusa.com
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