Recall Category: Kids Recalls
Recall Date: 2002-05-20T00:00:00
Product: Safety 1st and Beatrix Potter "Designer 22" infant car seats/carriers
Company: Dorel Juvenile Group Inc., of Columbus, Ind.
Hazard: When the seat is used as a carrier, the plastic handle can unexpectedly release from the carrying position. When this happens, an unrestrained infant can fall to the ground and suffer injuries.
Description: The recalled car seats/carriers were sold under the Safety 1st and Beatrix Potter "Designer 22" brand names and were manufactured by Dorel Juvenile Group in the U.S. The seats were manufactured between January 3, 2002 and February 13, 2002. Only model numbers and color codes 02-621-SAL, 02-620-AZY and 02-620-BEA are included in this recall. The model number and manufacture date are located on the instruction and warning label on the side of the car seat/carrier.
Remedy: Consumers can continue to use the "Designer 22" as a car seat but should stop using it as a carrier immediately and contact Dorel Juvenile Group to receive a repair kit.
Incidents / Injuries: Dorel Juvenile Group has received four reports of the handle releasing. No injuries were reported.
Recall Number: 02164
Product Type: Strollers / Seats / Carriers, Baby / Infant Products
Hazard Type: Fall / Injury Hazard