Graco Duo Tandem Stroller, Graco MetroLite Stroller
Published July 7, 2005
Summary
CPSC records recall 05221, published July 7, 2005. Recalling firm: Graco Children's Products Inc., of Exton, Pa.; Reported units: About 1 million Duo Tandem and about 143,000 MetroLite strollers.
What's the hazard
These strollers can fail to latch properly and unexpectedly collapse while in use. This can result in broken bones, cuts, bumps, bruises and other injuries to young children riding in the stroller and consumers pushing the stroller.
What to do
Consumers should stop using these strollers immediately and contact the firm to receive a free repair kit. The kit includes a custom-designed latch that consumers should attach to the stroller's frame to ensure it is properly latched. The repair kit will be available in approximately 1 to 2 weeks.
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Recall details
- Brand
- Graco Children's Products Inc., of Exton, Pa.
- Manufacturer
- Graco Children's Products Inc., of Exton, Pa.
- Distributor
- The Duo tandem strollers sold at discount, department and juvenile product stores nationwide, from January 1994 through December 2000, for between $80 and $150. The MetroLite strollers sold at discount, department and juvenile product stores nationwide, from November 2000 through December 2002, for between $100 and $200.
- Country
- US
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Questions about this recall
Was Graco Duo Tandem Stroller, Graco MetroLite Stroller recalled?
Yes. CPSC published recall 05221 on July 7, 2005. Reported hazard: These strollers can fail to latch properly and unexpectedly collapse while in use. This can result in broken bones, cuts, bumps, bruises and other injuries to young children riding in the stroller and consumers pushing the stroller.
What should I do if I have this product?
Consumers should stop using these strollers immediately and contact the firm to receive a free repair kit. The kit includes a custom-designed latch that consumers should attach to the stroller's frame to ensure it is properly latched. The repair kit will be available in approximately 1 to 2 weeks.
How do I know if my unit is part of the recall?
Compare your product details with the notice. Brand: Graco Children's Products Inc., of Exton, Pa..