CPSC recall 08-377, announced August 28, 2008, covers Regal Lager Phil & Teds e3 Single Buggy, e3 Twin Buggy and sport v1 Single Buggy Strollers (about 44,000 units). The stroller's hinge locking mechanism poses a laceration hazard to the user folding and unfolding the strollers. The notice cites 9 incident reports. Consumers should stop using the strollers immediately and contact Regal Lager to obtain a free hinge cover repair kit and instructions. Recall contact: call (877) 242-5676, or go to www.regallager.com.
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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.
Which products are included?
The recalled single strollers all have metal frames with three wheels, a cloth seat and canopy. The twin strollers have a metal frame with four wheels, side-by-side cloth seats and double sun canopies. The strollers were sold in a variety of colors including red, orange, green, black, charcoal and navy. The Phil & Teds logo is located on the crotch piece of the harness.
Confirm these details on the official CPSC noticeWhy it was recalled
The stroller's hinge locking mechanism poses a laceration hazard to the user folding and unfolding the strollers.
Incidents and injuries
Regal Lager has received nine reports from consumers who injured their fingers in the stroller's hinge locking mechanism.
Official remedy
Consumers should stop using the strollers immediately and contact Regal Lager to obtain a free hinge cover repair kit and instructions.
Product and sales details
- Brand
- Regal Lager
- Product type
- Strollers
- Recall number
- 08-377
- Units
- About 44,000 (This recall was first announced in May 2006)
- Manufactured in
- China
- Sold at / sales period
- Baby furniture and baby products stores nationwide from August 2003 through August 2008 for between $400 and $650.
- Importer
- Regal Lager Inc., of Kennesaw, Ga.
Phil & Teds e3 Single Buggy, e3 Twin Buggy and sport v1 Single Buggy Strollers
CPSC product type: Strollers & Accessories
Recall contact information
For more information, consumers can Regal Lager toll-free at (877) 242-5676 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday or visit the firm's Web site at www.regallager.com
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