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U.S. Consumer Product Safety CommissionRecalled 2013-12-19

Playtex Recalls Hip Hammock Infant Carriers Due to Fall Hazard

Is my product affected?

Playtex Hip Hammock infant carriers

  • Brand Playtex Products Inc., of Dover, Del.

Check against the official notice below — it lists the full affected range.

What happened

Playtex is recalling all Hip Hammock infant carriers due to a safety defect. The buckles on the waist and shoulder straps can crack or break, which creates a fall hazard for the child being carried. The Hip Hammock is a soft, quilted carrier designed to hold babies weighing 15 to 35 pounds against the caregiver's hip, and the recall affects all model numbers, including 05300, 05301, 05302, 05306, 05307, and 05308 in both basic and deluxe styles with suede or ultra-suede exteriors in black or navy.

If you own a Playtex Hip Hammock, you should stop using it immediately and contact Playtex for instructions on how to return the product for a full refund.

Written by software from the official notice below. Not reviewed by a lawyer.

Hazard

The buckles on the waist and shoulder straps can crack or break, posing a fall hazard to the child.

What should I do?

Consumers should stop using the carrier and contact Playtex for instructions on how to return the product for a full refund.

Details from the source

The Playtex Hip Hammock is an infant carrier designed to strap the baby against the caregiver's body at the hip. It is made of a soft, quilted fabric and intended for babies that are from 15 to 35 pounds. The child seat is attached with straps that wrap around the carrier's hips and shoulder. "Playtex Hip Hammock" is printed on a label sewn into the front of the carrier. All model numbers are being recalled. Model numbers 05300, 05301, 05302, 05306, 05307 and 05308 are sewn into the inside panel below the instructions for use. They come in basic and deluxe styles. The hip hammock's fabric is suede or ultra-suede in black or navy colors on the outside, and the inside lining is black, black and white check or burgundy.

Source

Official record: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission ↗

Republished from the official source above; details can change — the source record controls.

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