Kolcraft infant car seats/carriers
Published December 20, 1999
Summary
CPSC records recall 00034, published December 20, 1999. Recalling firm: Kolcraft Enterprises, of Chicago, Ill.; Reported units: About 754,000.
What's the hazard
When used as an infant carrier, the handle can unexpectedly move from the intended carrying position, causing the seat to suddenly rotate. When this happens, the infant can fall to the ground and suffer serious injuries.
What to do
Check the label on the side of the product for the manufacturing date and five-digit model/style number and contact Kolcraft, which will provide, free of charge, an easy-to-install repair kit. Until the carrier has been repaired, do not to carry the seat by its handle, but by the head and foot of the seat. The seat still can and should be used as a car seat.
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Recall details
- Brand
- Kolcraft Enterprises, of Chicago, Ill.
- Manufacturer
- Kolcraft Enterprises, of Chicago, Ill.
- Distributor
- Juvenile product, mass merchandise and major discount stores nationwide sold the car seat/carriers, beginning in January 1993, for about $30 to $60, when sold alone, or $100 to $150, when sold with strollers.
- Country
- US
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Questions about this recall
Was Kolcraft infant car seats/carriers recalled?
Yes. CPSC published recall 00034 on December 20, 1999. Reported hazard: When used as an infant carrier, the handle can unexpectedly move from the intended carrying position, causing the seat to suddenly rotate. When this happens, the infant can fall to the ground and suffer serious injuries.
What should I do if I have this product?
Check the label on the side of the product for the manufacturing date and five-digit model/style number and contact Kolcraft, which will provide, free of charge, an easy-to-install repair kit. Until the carrier has been repaired, do not to carry the seat by its handle, but by the head and foot of the seat. The seat still can and should be used as a car seat.
How do I know if my unit is part of the recall?
Compare your product details with the notice. Brand: Kolcraft Enterprises, of Chicago, Ill..