CPSC recall 12-104, announced February 3, 2012, covers Bumbleride Indie & Indie Twin Strollers (about 28,000 units). The front wheel can break at the axle hub, causing the stroller to tip and posing a fall hazard. The notice cites 36 incident reports. Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled strollers and contact Bumbleride to receive a free front wheel retrofit kit. Recall contact: call (800) 530-3930, go to www.support.bumbleride.com, or email atsupport@bumbleride.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 DOM (Date of Manufacture) can be found on a white rectangular sticker affixed to the side of the seat frame.
Which products are included?
The recalled Bumbleride Indie strollers are model numbers I-107, I-110 and I-205 with a DOM (Date of Manufacture) from January 2009 through August 2011 sold in multiple colors. The DOM (Date of Manufacture) can be found on a white rectangular sticker affixed to the side of the seat frame. The recalled Bumbleride Indie Twin strollers are model numbers IT-108, IT-111, and IT-305 with a DOM (Date of Manufacture) from January 2009 through August 2011 sold in multiple colors. The DOM (Date of Manufacture) can be found on a white rectangular sticker affixed to the underside of the handle.
Confirm these details on the official CPSC noticeWhy it was recalled
The front wheel can break at the axle hub, causing the stroller to tip and posing a fall hazard.
Incidents and injuries
There have been 36 incidents of the front wheel cracking, including two reports of the stroller tipping over resulting in minor injuries.
Official remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled strollers and contact Bumbleride to receive a free front wheel retrofit kit.
Product and sales details
- Brand
- Bumbleride
- Product type
- Strollers
- Recall number
- 12-104
- Units
- About 28,000 (an additional 2,700 were sold in Canada)
- Manufactured in
- Taiwan
- Sold at / sales period
- Buy Buy Baby and other baby product stores nationwide, online at Bumbleride.com, and other online retailers between January 2009 and January 2012 for between $500 and $700.
- Importer
- Bumbleride Inc., of San Diego, Calif.
Bumbleride Indie & Indie Twin Strollers
CPSC product type: Strollers
Recall contact information
For additional information, visit the firm’s website at www.support.bumbleride.com or contact Bumbleride atsupport@bumbleride.com or at (800) 530-3930 between 8 a.m. and 4 p.m. PT Monday through Friday.
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