Baby Stroller Recall
Wednesday June 23, 2004
The Consumer Product Safety Commission has reported the recall of 300,000 COSCO® "Rock 'N Roller" Baby Strollers because of 77 reports of problems related to the stroller seats, which can partially detach from the frame during use and cause the infant occupant to be injured in a fall. These strollers were widely sold nationwide from April 1996 through August 2002.
NEWS from CPSC
U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission
Office of Information and Public Affairs
Washington, DC 20207
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
June 23, 2004
Release # 04-168
Firm's Hotline: (800) 711-0402
CPSC Consumer Hotline: (800) 638-2772
CPSC Media Contact: (301) 504-7908
CPSC, Dorel Juvenile Group USA Announce Recall to Inspect and Replace COSCO® “Rock ‘N Roller” Baby Strollers
WASHINGTON, D.C. - The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission announces the following recall in voluntary cooperation with the firm below. Consumers should stop using recalled products immediately unless otherwise instructed.
Name of product: COSCO® “Rock ‘N Roller” Baby Stroller
Units: 300,000
Manufacturer/Importer: Dorel Juvenile Group USA, of Columbus, Ind.
Hazard: If the stop pins are bent or missing or the seat is not fully attached, the seat can partially detach from the frame during use and the infant occupant can be injured in a fall.
Incidents/Injuries: There have been 77 reports of problems related to the stroller seats. Injuries included one child that fell and had a slight concussion and another child that cut his forehead and required stitches. Additionally, there were 46 reports of bumps and bruises.
Description: The COSCO® “Rock ‘N Roller” strollers involved have seats that can be removed from the stroller frame. The detached seat can function as a bassinet, or be repositioned on the stroller frame facing front or back. The stroller has a dark blue or green metal frame with four wheels on the front and two wheels on the back. The side folding area of the frame has a white plastic cover that is labeled “Rock ‘N Roller by Geoby COSCO®." There is a label on the back of the frame containing one of the following model numbers: 'C01-654, 01-622, 01-624, 01-646 or 01-656.' The seat cover is usually a dark blue or green printed fabric with 'COSCO® A Dorel Company' printed on the footrest.
Sold at: Wal-Mart, Kmart, Sears, Toys R Us, Target, JC Penney's, Service Merchandise and other toy and children's furniture stores nationwide from April 1996 through August 2002 for between $79 and $179.
Manufactured in: China
Remedy: Consumers should stop using the recalled “Rock ‘N Roller” strollers with detachable seats immediately and call the firm to determine how to inspect the stroller for possible replacement.
Consumer Contact: Dorel Juvenile Group at (800) 711-0402 between 8 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, visit the firm's web site at www.djgusa.com or email rnr@djgusa.com
NEWS from CPSC
U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission
Office of Information and Public Affairs
Washington, DC 20207
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
June 23, 2004
Release # 04-168
Firm's Hotline: (800) 711-0402
CPSC Consumer Hotline: (800) 638-2772
CPSC Media Contact: (301) 504-7908
CPSC, Dorel Juvenile Group USA Announce Recall to Inspect and Replace COSCO® “Rock ‘N Roller” Baby Strollers
WASHINGTON, D.C. - The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission announces the following recall in voluntary cooperation with the firm below. Consumers should stop using recalled products immediately unless otherwise instructed.
Name of product: COSCO® “Rock ‘N Roller” Baby Stroller
Units: 300,000
Manufacturer/Importer: Dorel Juvenile Group USA, of Columbus, Ind.
Hazard: If the stop pins are bent or missing or the seat is not fully attached, the seat can partially detach from the frame during use and the infant occupant can be injured in a fall.
Incidents/Injuries: There have been 77 reports of problems related to the stroller seats. Injuries included one child that fell and had a slight concussion and another child that cut his forehead and required stitches. Additionally, there were 46 reports of bumps and bruises.
Description: The COSCO® “Rock ‘N Roller” strollers involved have seats that can be removed from the stroller frame. The detached seat can function as a bassinet, or be repositioned on the stroller frame facing front or back. The stroller has a dark blue or green metal frame with four wheels on the front and two wheels on the back. The side folding area of the frame has a white plastic cover that is labeled “Rock ‘N Roller by Geoby COSCO®." There is a label on the back of the frame containing one of the following model numbers: 'C01-654, 01-622, 01-624, 01-646 or 01-656.' The seat cover is usually a dark blue or green printed fabric with 'COSCO® A Dorel Company' printed on the footrest.
Sold at: Wal-Mart, Kmart, Sears, Toys R Us, Target, JC Penney's, Service Merchandise and other toy and children's furniture stores nationwide from April 1996 through August 2002 for between $79 and $179.
Manufactured in: China
Remedy: Consumers should stop using the recalled “Rock ‘N Roller” strollers with detachable seats immediately and call the firm to determine how to inspect the stroller for possible replacement.
Consumer Contact: Dorel Juvenile Group at (800) 711-0402 between 8 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, visit the firm's web site at www.djgusa.com or email rnr@djgusa.com
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