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CPSC, Playtex Products Inc., Announce Recall of Hip Hammock Child Carriers

U.S. CPSCFallsFeb 22, 2005
Recalled Hip Hammock
Recalled Hip Hammock

Photos from the official notice: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission · image rights

Hazard

The shoulder strap support can detach from the hammock, posing a fall hazard to the baby.

Remedy

Consumers should stop using the carrier immediately and contact Playtex Products Inc., for instructions on returning the carrier for a replacement.

Incidents & injuries

The company has received two reports of the shoulder strap detaching from the infant carrier. No injuries have been reported.

Product description

The recalled infant carriers were sold under the name "Playtex Hip Hammock," which is sewn into the front of the carrier. The model number is sewn into the inside panel below the instructions for use. The model numbers are: 05300 - Basic Black Hip Hammock 05301 - Deluxe Black Hip Hammock 05302 - Deluxe Navy Blue Hip Hammock

Sold on

Juvenile product stores, discount stores nationwide, catalog and internet sites, from June 2004 through February 2005, for about $40 (Basic model) and $60 (Deluxe model).

Contact the company

Consumers should contact Playtex Products Inc., at (800) 522-8230 between 8:30 a.m. and 8 p.m. ET, Monday through Friday, or visit the Playtex Baby Web site at www.playtexbaby.com

What should I do?

Stop using the product and follow the remedy below. Contact the company for a refund, repair or replacement — recall remedies are free.

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