CPSC recall 09-233, announced June 2, 2009, covers Bugaboo Bee Strollers (about 22,500 units). One or both sides of the brakes can fail, causing a stroller to unexpectedly roll away on an incline. The notice cites 121 incident reports. Consumers should stop using the strollers immediately and contact Bugaboo to receive a free repair kit. Recall contact: call (800) 460-2922, or go to www.bugaboo.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.
Bugaboo Bee strollers have item code 580210 on a label on the back of the seat and item code 50100 on a label on the plastic support under the seat.
Which products are included?
Bugaboo Bee strollers have item code 580210 on a label on the back of the seat and item code 50100 on a label on the plastic support under the seat. The strollers were sold in blue, dark khaki, pink, red, yellow, and black. "bugaboo® bee" is printed on the left side of the seat.
Confirm these details on the official CPSC noticeWhy it was recalled
One or both sides of the brakes can fail, causing a stroller to unexpectedly roll away on an incline. This can pose a risk of injury to the child occupant.
Incidents and injuries
Bugaboo has received 121 reports of the stroller's brakes failing. No injuries have been reported.
Official remedy
Consumers should stop using the strollers immediately and contact Bugaboo to receive a free repair kit. To order the bracket kit, contact Bugaboo customer service at (800) 460-2922 between 9 a.m. and 8 p.m.EST Monday through Friday or send an email request to serviceus@bugaboo.com. Please include: your name, address, phone number, date of purchase and the serial number of your Bugaboo Bee.
Product and sales details
- Brand
- Bugaboo Design & Sales, B.V.
- Manufacturer
- Bugaboo Design & Sales, B.V., of the Netherlands
- Product type
- Strollers
- Recall number
- 09-233
- Units
- About 22,500
- Manufactured in
- Taiwan
- Sold at / sales period
- Juvenile product retailers nationwide and on various Web sites from August 2007 through April 2009 for about $530.
- Distributor
- Bugaboo North America Inc., of Hermosa Beach, Calif.
Bugaboo Bee Strollers
CPSC product type: Strollers & Accessories
Recall contact information
For additional information, contact Bugaboo at (800) 460-2922 between 9 a.m. and 8 p.m. EST Monday through Friday or visit the firm's Web site at www.bugaboo.com
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