CPSC recall 12-006, announced October 11, 2011, covers B.O.B.® single and double strollers (about 411,700 units). The stroller canopy's embroidered logo's backing patch can detach, posing a choking hazard to babies and young children. The notice cites 6 incident reports. Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled strollers until they remove the embroidery backing patch from the interior of the canopy's logo. Recall contact: call (855) 242-2245, or go to www.bobnotices.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.
Strollers manufactured after October 2006 have a white label affixed to the back of the stroller's leg with the manufacturing date.
Which products are included?
This recall involves all B.O.B. strollers manufactured between November 1998 and November 2010. Strollers manufactured after October 2006 have a white label affixed to the back of the stroller's leg with the manufacturing date. Strollers with no manufacturing date listed were produced prior to October 2006 and are included in this recall. The strollers were sold in single seat and double-seat models. The BOB®, Ironman® or Stroller Strides® brand name is embroidered on the canopy of the strollers.
Confirm these details on the official CPSC noticeWhy it was recalled
The stroller canopy's embroidered logo's backing patch can detach, posing a choking hazard to babies and young children.
Incidents and injuries
The firm has received six reports of children mouthing the detached patch. Gagging and choking were reported in two incidents. The backing was removed from the children's mouth without injury. In each of the reported incidents, the children were seated in an infant car seat attached to the stroller.
Official remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled strollers until they remove the embroidery backing patch from the interior of the canopy's logo. Consumers should contact B.O.B. Trailers for instructions on removing the backing.
Product and sales details
- Brand
- B.O.B. Trailers
- Product type
- Strollers
- Recall number
- 12-006
- Units
- About 411,700 in the United States and 27,000 in Canada (357,000 units were recalled in February 2011 due to strangulation hazard posed by canopy drawstring)
- Manufactured in
- Taiwan, China
- Sold at / sales period
- REI, Babies R' Us and other children's product and sporting goods stores nationwide and Amazon.com between November 1998 and October 2011 for between $280 and $600.
- Importer
- B.O.B. Trailers Inc., of Boise, Idaho
B.O.B.® single and double strollers
CPSC product type: Strollers
Recall contact information
For additional information, contact B.O.B. Trailers toll-free at (855) 242-2245 between 8:30 a.m. and 5 p.m. MT Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's website at www.bobnotices.com
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