CPSC recall 12-079, announced January 5, 2012, covers IKEA ANTILOP High Chairs (about 169,000 units). he high chair's restraint buckle can open unexpectedly, posing a fall hazard to the child. The notice cites 8 incident reports. Consumers should immediately stop using the high chairs and contact IKEA to obtain a free replacement seat restraint. 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.
"ANTILOP," "IKEA" and the model number are printed on a label affixed to the underside of the seat.
Which products are included?
This recall involves ANTILOP high chairs sold in red, blue or white. The plastic high chair has detachable silver-colored metal legs. High chairs included in the recall have a manufacture date between 0607 and 0911 (YYMM format) from supplier number 17389. The production date and supplier number are molded into the underside of the seat. "ANTILOP," "IKEA" and the model number are printed on a label affixed to the underside of the seat. Model numbers included in the recall are: ANTILOP high chair blue Model # 701.467.92 ANTILOP high chair red Model # 501.467.93 ANTILOP high chair white Model # 300.697.24
Confirm these details on the official CPSC noticeWhy it was recalled
he high chair's restraint buckle can open unexpectedly, posing a fall hazard to the child
Incidents and injuries
KEA has received eight reports worldwide of restraint buckles that opened unexpectedly, including three reports of children who received minor injuries after falling from the high chair.
Official remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using the high chairs and contact IKEA to obtain a free replacement seat restraint.
Product and sales details
- Brand
- IKEA
- Product type
- High chairs & booster seats
- Recall number
- 12-079
- Units
- About 169,000 (133,000 in the U.S. and 36,000 in Canada)
- Manufactured in
- China
- Sold at / sales period
- IKEA stores nationwide from August 2006 through January 2010 for about $20.
- Importer
- IKEA North America Services LLC, of Conshohocken, Pa.
ANTILOP High Chairs
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 website at www.ikea-usa.com
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