CPSC recall 08-253, announced April 22, 2008, covers Beco Baby Butterfly Carriers (about 2,000 units). The buckles on the carrier shoulder straps can unexpectedly release tension, causing the strap to slip through, posing a fall hazard to the baby. The notice cites 8 incident reports. Consumers should immediately stop using the carriers and contact Beco Baby Carrier to receive instructions for returning the carriers for repair. Recall contact: call (888) 943-8232, or go to www.becobabycarrier.com.
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The recalled infant carriers were sold under brand name "Beco Baby Carrier Butterfly." The carriers have a black label with a green "b" logo on the left side and a butterfly on the right side.
Which products are included?
The recalled infant carriers were sold under brand name "Beco Baby Carrier Butterfly." The carriers have a black label with a green "b" logo on the left side and a butterfly on the right side. The label is sewn on the outside of the carrier. The following carrier styles are included in the recall: Mia, Pony Express, Carnival, Addison, Ethan, Sophia, Cameron, Ava and Joshua.
Confirm these details on the official CPSC noticeWhy it was recalled
The buckles on the carrier shoulder straps can unexpectedly release tension, causing the strap to slip through, posing a fall hazard to the baby.
Incidents and injuries
Beco has received eight reports of the carrier straps slipping through the shoulder buckles. No injuries have been reported.
Official remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using the carriers and contact Beco Baby Carrier to receive instructions for returning the carriers for repair.
Product and sales details
- Brand
- Beco Baby Carrier
- Manufacturer
- Beco Baby Carrier Inc., of Newport Beach, Calif.
- Product type
- Baby carriers & slings
- Recall number
- 08-253
- Units
- About 2,000
- Manufactured in
- United States, Dominican Republic
- Sold at / sales period
- Specialty retail stores nationwide and internet sites from January 2008 through February 2008 for about $140.
Beco Baby Butterfly Carriers
CPSC product type: Infant Carriers/Slings/Backpacks/Car Seats
Recall contact information
Consumers should contact Beco Baby Carrier Inc. toll-free at (888) 943-8232/9-GET-BECO between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. PT Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's Web site at www.becobabycarrier.com
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