CPSC recall 08-120, announced December 6, 2007, covers RC2 The First Years Newborn-to-Toddler Reclining Feeding Seats (about 100,000 units). The restraining straps can pull out of the waist strap slots, posing a fall hazard to young children. The notice cites 38 incident reports. Consumers should stop using the feeding seat immediately and contact RC2 to obtain free replacement straps. Recall contact: call (866) 725-4407, or go to www.recalls.rc2.com.
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One side of the seat cushion has a sewn-in label at the top, which says "the first years by Learning Curve." This recall includes all feeding seats except those with an "R" stamped inside a raised circle located on the far left and right of the back of the seatback or those with waist strap slots that are nine inches apart.
Which products are included?
The First Years Newborn-to-Toddler Reclining Feeding Seat can be adjusted between reclining and upright positions. The seat includes a tray, reversible cushion and a three-point safety belt. One side of the seat cushion has a sewn-in label at the top, which says "the first years by Learning Curve." This recall includes all feeding seats except those with an "R" stamped inside a raised circle located on the far left and right of the back of the seatback or those with waist strap slots that are nine inches apart.
Confirm these details on the official CPSC noticeWhy it was recalled
The restraining straps can pull out of the waist strap slots, posing a fall hazard to young children.
Incidents and injuries
RC2 has received 38 reports of straps pulling out or nearly pulling out of waist strap slots. There have been 12 reports of children falling out of the chairs.
Official remedy
Consumers should stop using the feeding seat immediately and contact RC2 to obtain free replacement straps.
Product and sales details
- Brand
- RC2
- Recall number
- 08-120
- Units
- About 100,000
- Manufactured in
- United States
- Sold at / sales period
- Various retailers nationwide from November 2006 through October 2007 for about $30.
- Importer
- RC2 Corp., of Oak Brook, Ill.
The First Years Newborn-to-Toddler Reclining Feeding Seats
CPSC product type: Baby Seats (Non-Bath)
Recall contact information
For additional information, contact RC2 toll-free at (866) 725-4407 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. CT Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's Web site at www.recalls.rc2.com
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