CPSC recall 17-057, announced December 20, 2016, covers Aria Child Qbit strollers (about 29,400 units). A gap in the stroller's folding side hinge can pinch a caregiver's hand during unfolding, posing a laceration hazard. The notice cites 5 incident reports. Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled strollers and contact Aria Child for a free replacement stroller. Recall contact: call 888-591-5540, or go to www.ariachild.com.
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Affected model numbers
The model number and date of manufacture are printed on a sticker on the rear leg of the stroller, directly above the wheels, next to the storage basket.
Which products are included?
This recall involves the gb Qbit lightweight stroller for children up to 50 pounds. The recalled strollers have 4 sets of two wheels, a five-point harnessed restraint system, a full-sized reclining seat, a storage basket, a removable cup holder and a travel storage bag. The strollers can also be used as a travel system with infant carriers. The strollers are mostly black with an accent color. The "gb" red box logo is printed on the harness and on both sides of the stroller legs and "Qbit" is printed in white on the stroller legs. The model number and date of manufacture are printed on a sticker on the rear leg of the stroller, directly above the wheels, next to the storage basket. Model Number Accent Color 10AW1G-RAS2U raspberry 10AW1G-WHT2U white 10AW1G-CHA4U charcoal 10AW1G-CIR5U citrus lemon 10AW1G-AQU2U aqua Date of Manufacture March 25, 2015 through March 9, 2016 The date of manufacture is formatted as YYYY|MM|DD.
Confirm these details on the official CPSC noticeWhy it was recalled
A gap in the stroller's folding side hinge can pinch a caregiver's hand during unfolding, posing a laceration hazard. In addition, the stroller can fold unexpectedly during use, posing an injury and fall hazard to the caregiver and child.
Incidents and injuries
The firm has received five reports of consumers being pinched by the stroller hinge mechanism, resulting in four consumers needing stitches for cuts. In addition, there were 71 reports of the stroller unexpectedly folding during use, resulting in 12 minor bumps or bruises to a child or caregiver and one fractured wrist and elbow to an adult due to a fall.
Official remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled strollers and contact Aria Child for a free replacement stroller.
Product and sales details
- Brand
- Aria Child
- Product type
- Strollers
- Recall number
- 17-057
- Units
- About 29,400
- Manufactured in
- China
- Sold at / sales period
- Babies R US and other retail stores nationwide and Albeebaby.com, Amazon.com, Dmartstores.com, Medbroad.com and other online retailers from May 2015 through November 2016 for about $180.
- Importer
- Aria Child Inc. of Dedham, Mass.
Recall contact information
Aria Child toll-free at 888-591-5540 from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday or online at www.ariachild.com and click on "Qbit Lightweight Stroller Voluntary Recall Information" for more information.
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