CPSC recall 10-089, announced December 22, 2009, covers IKEA LEOPARD Highchairs (about 600 units). The snap locks used to secure the seat to the frame can break and allow the seat and child to drop through the frame, posing a fall hazard to young children. The notice cites 11 incident reports. Consumers should immediately stop using the highchairs and return them to any IKEA store for a full refund. Recall contact: call (888) 966-4532, or go to www.ikea-usa.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 seat has an adhesive label affixed to the underside with the words LEOPARD and "Made in Italy," an eight-digit article number and a five-digit supplier number (19589).
Which products are included?
This recall involves all colors of the LEOPARD highchairs sold as a seat and a frame individually. The seat has an adhesive label affixed to the underside with the words LEOPARD and "Made in Italy," an eight-digit article number and a five-digit supplier number (19589).
Confirm these details on the official CPSC noticeWhy it was recalled
The snap locks used to secure the seat to the frame can break and allow the seat and child to drop through the frame, posing a fall hazard to young children. Detached snap locks can pose a choking hazard to young children.
Incidents and injuries
IKEA has received 11 reports worldwide of failing snap locks, including one report of a child falling through the frame and suffering bruised legs. In addition, the firm has one report of a child mouthing a detached snap lock. No incidents have been reported in the United States.
Official remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using the highchairs and return them to any IKEA store for a full refund.
Product and sales details
- Brand
- IKEA
- Product type
- High chairs & booster seats
- Recall number
- 10-089
- Units
- About 600
- Manufactured in
- Italy
- Sold at / sales period
- IKEA stores nationwide from October 2009 through November 2009 for about $60. The frame sold for $40 and the seat for $20.
- Distributor
- IKEA Home Furnishings, of Conshohocken, Pa.
LEOPARD Highchairs
CPSC product type: High Chairs
Recall contact information
For additional information, contact IKEA toll-free at (888) 966-4532 anytime, or visit the firm's Web site at www.ikea-usa.com
Verify phone numbers, hours, and websites on the current CPSC notice before contacting the firm.
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