CPSCCPSC · Consumer products·Recall number 02528
Tough Traveler® backpack carriers
Published November 3, 2025 · Recall initiated: March 28, 2002
What's the hazard
A child could fall from a carrier when the seat restraint strap is not doubled-back through the slider if the carrier's safety harness is not used. The seat restraint strap is located between the child's legs when the child is seated.
What to do
Consumers should stop using these carriers immediately and contact Tough Traveler to receive instructions on doubling back the strap through the slider.
Recall details
- Brand
- Tough Traveler Ltd., of Schenectady, N.Y.
- Manufacturer
- Tough Traveler Ltd., of Schenectady, N.Y.
- Distributor
- These carriers were sold through specialty baby products and outdoor products retail stores, and through the Tough Traveler web site and mail order 800 number from December 2000 through February 2002 for between $157 and $186. Only certain Kid Carrier™, Filly™ and Stallion™ carriers sold during this time are included in this recall.
- Country
- US