CPSC recall 13-118, announced February 7, 2013, covers Mutsy EVO strollers (about 340 units). The opening between the grab bar and seat bottom of the stroller can allow an infant's body to pass through and become entrapped at the neck, posing a strangulation hazard to young children when a child is not harnessed. The notice reports no incidents. Consumers should stop using the strollers immediately and contact Mutsy USA to receive a free replacement seat unit and grab bar. Recall contact: call (877) 546-9230, go to www.mutsy.com, or email usa@mutsy.nl.
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 model number and date code can be found underneath the stroller seat on a white sticker.
Which products are included?
This recall includes EVO strollers manufactured between February 2012 (01.02.12) and November 2012 (30.11.12) with the following model numbers: MT12-03, MT12-11, MT12-14, MT12-31, MT12-34, MT12-37, MT12-39, MT12-42, MT12-43 and MT12-48. The model number and date code can be found underneath the stroller seat on a white sticker. The strollers have black or silver-colored metal frames with brown, navy blue, black, or white seats. "EVO" is printed on the lower back frame of the stroller.
Confirm these details on the official CPSC noticeWhy it was recalled
The opening between the grab bar and seat bottom of the stroller can allow an infant's body to pass through and become entrapped at the neck, posing a strangulation hazard to young children when a child is not harnessed.
Incidents and injuries
None reported.
Official remedy
Consumers should stop using the strollers immediately and contact Mutsy USA to receive a free replacement seat unit and grab bar.
Product and sales details
- Brand
- Mutsy
- Manufacturer
- Mutsy BV., of Goirle, Netherlands
- Product type
- Strollers
- Recall number
- 13-118
- Units
- About 340
- Manufactured in
- China
- Sold at / sales period
- Juvenile product stores nationwide and websites including www.amazon.com between April 2012 and December 2012 for about $400.
- Importer
- Mutsy USA Inc., of Newark, N.J.
EVO strollers
CPSC product type: Strollers
Recall contact information
Contact Mutsy USA toll-free at (877) 546-9230 from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, e-mail at usa@mutsy.nl, or visit the firm's website at www.mutsy.com for recall information.
Verify phone numbers, hours, and websites on the current CPSC notice before contacting the firm.
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