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CPSCRecalled Oct 13, 2016 · #17014

Chimparoo Baby Carriers by L'echarpe Porte-bonheur Recalled Due to Fall Hazard

Hazard

The carriers' side strap can loosen unexpectedly from the buckle, posing a fall hazard to the child in the carrier.

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Description

This recall involves Chimparoo brand Trek baby carriers that allow the user to carry a baby tummy to tummy, on the hip or on the back. The 100% twill fabric carriers were sold in 18 solid, striped and pattern color combinations. The carriers attach to the wearer's body with adjustable straps made of polypropylene webbing and plastic buckles. "Chimparoo" is printed on the upper right hand corner of the carrier. "Trek" is embroidered on the belt.

Product details

Product
Trek Baby carriers
Type
Manufacturer
L'echarpe Porte-bonheur Inc., of Canada
Model numbers
UPCs
Sold at
Children's boutique stores, such as Granola Babies, of Costa Mesa, Calif., Eat/Sleep/Play, of Summerville, SC and Top to Bottom, of Omaha, Neb. and online at www.Amazon.com and www.Chimaparoo.ca from May 2016 through July 2016 for about $170.
Made in
Canada

What you should do

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled baby carriers and contact Chimparoo for a free replacement buckle for the baby carrier's side buckle.

View the official CPSC notice