The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission has announced recalls of the following products. Consumers should stop using recalled products unless otherwise instructed.
Product: Phil & Teds e3 strollers with doubles seats
Units: 14,300
Manufacturer: Regal Lager Inc., of Kennesaw, Ga.
Hazard: Children can touch the rear tires when in the stroller's add-on seat, posing an abrasion hazard.
Description: The e3 buggy is a three-wheeled stroller with a black steel tubing frame. A seat, known as a “Doubles Kit,” can be added behind the main stroller's seat allowing a second child to ride in the stroller. This seat can be added either on top of the stroller's frame or attached on top of the rear axle in the lower position. When used in the lower position, a seated child can reach the wheels.
Sold by: Baby furniture and baby products stores nationwide, and Internet retailers from July 2005 through November 2006 for about $380.
Remedy: Stop using the additional rear seat in the lower position on top of the rear axle and contact Regal Lager for free rear wheel guards.
Contact: Call 800-593-5522, e-mail [email protected]or visit www.regallager.com.