Playtex Recalls Hip Hammock Infant Carriers Due to Fall Hazard

Active Recall Announced December 19, 2013 CPSC #14069

Quick answer

Playtex Recalls Hip Hammock Infant Carriers Due to Fall Hazard is CPSC recall #14069, announced on December 19, 2013. The CPSC cites the following hazard: 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. The remedy is consumers should stop using the carrier and contact playtex for instructions on how to return the product for a full refund.. Affected brand: Playtex Products Inc..

Hazard

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.

Affected products

Playtex Hip Hammock infant carriers

Recalled brands

Playtex Products Inc.

Remedy

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

Recall date

December 19, 2013

Categories

Baby Carriers

Frequently asked questions

What is CPSC recall #14069?

CPSC recall #14069 covers Playtex Recalls Hip Hammock Infant Carriers Due to Fall Hazard, announced by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission on December 19, 2013. The CPSC cites the following hazard: 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.

What is the remedy for recall #14069?

The CPSC remedy for recall #14069 is consumers should stop using the carrier and contact playtex for instructions on how to return the product for a full refund.. Consumers should stop using the product and follow the instructions in the official CPSC notice.

I sell this product on Shopify. What do I need to do?

If you sell Playtex Recalls Hip Hammock Infant Carriers Due to Fall Hazard on Shopify, stop selling the affected units immediately, notify customers who purchased them, and consider whether you have a Section 15(b) reporting obligation to the CPSC. RecallDocket helps Shopify merchants identify affected SKUs and prepare the required safety report.

Where is the official CPSC notice for this recall?

The primary source is the official CPSC notice at https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2014/Playtex-Recalls-Hip-Hammock-Infant-Carriers. RecallDocket links to it from this page.

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