Thursday, March 11, 2010

Regal Lager Announces Recall to Repair CYBEX Strollers; Risk of Fingertip Amputation and Laceration Hazards

Released: Wednesday, January 27, 2010 by CPSC

Jan

27

2010
The stroller's hinge mechanism poses a fingertip amputation and laceration hazard to the child when the consumer is unfolding/opening the stroller.

Recall Details

Product

CYBEX Strollers

Description

This recall involves Ruby, Onyx and Topaz models of CYBEX umbrella strollers. “CYBEX” is printed on the side of the strollers.

Hazards

The stroller’s hinge mechanism poses a fingertip amputation and laceration hazard to the child when the consumer is unfolding/opening the stroller.

Incidents

The firm has received one report of a child placing his finger in the stroller’s hinge mechanism, resulting in a finger fracture.

Remedy

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled strollers and contact Regal Lager to receive a free hinge cover retrofit kit.


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