The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) has announced the recall of the following products. Consumers should stop using recalled products unless otherwise instructed. Consumers can submit reports of harm to CPSC’s new searchable online product safety database at www.SaferProducts.gov. A searchable food and medical product recall database is available at http://www.fda.gov/Safety/Recalls/default.htm.
Units: About 4 million
Manufacturer: Bumbo International Trust, of South Africa
Hazard: Babies can maneuver out of or fall from the Bumbo seat, posing a risk of serious injuries.
Description: The Bumbo seat is constructed of a single piece of molded foam and comes in various colors. The seat has leg holes, and the seat back wraps completely around the child.
Sold by: Sears, Target, Toys R Us, Babies R Us, USA Babies, Walmart and various other toy and children’s stores nationwide, and various online sellers, from August 2003 through August 2012 for $30 to $50.
Remedy: Stop using the product until installing a free repair kit, which includes a restraint belt. Even with the belt, the seat should never be used on a raised surface. Consumers also should stop using Bumbo seat covers that interfere with the installation and use of the belt. To view a video demonstrating how to install and use the restraint belt, visit www.recall.BumboUSA.com.
Contact: To order a free repair kit, visit www.recall.BumboUSA.com or call 866-898-4999.
