Topeak Babyseat™ II Bicycle Carrier Seats
Published April 5, 2012
Summary
CPSC records recall 12143, published April 5, 2012. Reported units: About 40,000.
What's the hazard
A child can place his or her fingers in the opening at the grab bar's hinge mechanism. When the consumer lifts the grab bar to remove the child from the seat, the child's fingertips can be caught in the hinge mechanism, posing a laceration and fingertip amputation hazard to the child.
What to do
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled carrier seats and contact Todson to receive a free hinge cover retrofit kit.
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Recall details
- Brand
- Todson Inc., of North Attleboro, Mass.
- Distributor
- J&B Imports, REI, Action and Hawley, independent bicycle dealers, distributors and other retail stores nationwide and online at REI.com from January 2009 through April 2012 for between $140 and $180.
- Country
- US
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Questions about this recall
Was Topeak Babyseat™ II Bicycle Carrier Seats recalled?
Yes. CPSC published recall 12143 on April 5, 2012. Reported hazard: A child can place his or her fingers in the opening at the grab bar's hinge mechanism. When the consumer lifts the grab bar to remove the child from the seat, the child's fingertips can be caught in the hinge mechanism, posing a laceration and fingertip amputation hazard to the child.
What should I do if I have this product?
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled carrier seats and contact Todson to receive a free hinge cover retrofit kit.
How do I know if my unit is part of the recall?
Compare your product details with the notice. Brand: Todson Inc., of North Attleboro, Mass..