For more details and past recalls visit the Government of Canada’s Healthy Canadian’s website at:
www.healthycanadians.gc.ca/pr-rp/pr-rp_e.php
For past baby product recalls go to Page 2
December 22, 2011 "Bugaboo Bee" Stroller This recall involves the "Bugaboo Bee" stroller for newborns and toddlers. The stroller is suitable to accommodate a child from infant to toddler up to 17 kg (37.5 lbs.). The affected strollers were manufactured from January 2011 to September 2011 and carry serial numbers ranging from 160101110100051 to 160101113801999. The front swivel wheels may suddenly lock up while the stroller is in motion causing the stroller to topple. This can result in a fall-related injury to the stroller occupant. Consumers should immediately stop using the affected strollers and contact the place of purchase for a swivel wheel replacement or contact Bugaboo directly for a swivel wheel replacement. For more information, consumers may contact Bugaboo by phone at 1-800-460-2922 or by email or by visiting Bugaboo's website.
Approximately 257 units of the affected strollers were sold to Canadian consumers.
December 16, 2011 Safety 1st Two-Way Jogging Strollers This recall involves Safety 1st Jogging Strollers with model numbers 01-555CYB and 01-555CSBC. The affected models were manufactured prior to 2005 and are available in either yellow or blue with black tubing. The seat can flip to allow the child to be rear or front-facing. The model number and date of manufacture are located on a sewn label inside the stroller basket. If the child is placed in the stroller in the rear-facing mode, their leg can become caught between the wheel and the stroller frame, posing a fracture hazard. Dorel Distribution Canada has received seven reports of a child's leg getting caught between the wheel and the stroller's frame, with six cases resulting in a leg fracture and one case resulting in a sprained ankle. Health Canada has received four reports of a child's leg getting caught between the wheel and the stroller's frame, with one leg fracture. Consumers should immediately stop using the affected stroller in the rear-facing mode and contact Dorel Distribution Canada to obtain a repair kit. Consumers are also advised to visit Dorel Distribution Canada's website to determine if their stroller model is included in this recall. For more information, consumers may contact Dorel Distribution Canada toll free at 1-800-544-1108 Monday to Thursday between 8AM and 6PM ET and between 8AM and 4:30PM ET on Fridays in order to receive a free repair kit. Consumers may also contact Dorel Distribution Canada via email at consumer@djgusa.com. Approximately 22,408 of the recalled strollers were sold in Canada.
October 11, 2011 B.O.B.® single and double strollers Joint Recall with Health Canada, the United States Consumer Product Safety Commission (US CPSC) and B.O.B. Trailers Inc. This recall involves the following 11 models of B.O.B.® single and double strollers. The logo is embroidered on the stroller canopy. Strollers have either a BOB®, Ironman®, or Stroller Strides® logo embroidered on the canopy(s) with backing material.
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In rare instances, it is possible for a child to remove the embroidery backing of the embroidered logo on the stroller canopy and put this material into their mouth, posing a potential choking hazard. The firm has received six reports of children gaining access to, removing and inserting into their mouth, the embroidery backing of the stroller canopy's embroidered logo while seated in an infant car seat that has been attached to a B.O.B.® Infant Car Seat Adapter. Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled strollers until they remove the embroidery backing from the canopy's embroidered logo. Please visit the firm's website for detailed backing removal instructions. For additional information, or to order instructions, consumers may contact B.O.B. Trailers, Inc. at 1-855-242-2245 between 8:30AM and 5PM MT Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's website. Approximately 27,000 units of the affected strollers were sold at various specialty stores and online retailers across Canada.
September 29, 2011 Toy Workshop Sets and Tool Sets by Little TikesTM . This recall involves the toy nails sold as part of 11 additional models of Little Tikes® Workshop and tool sets listed below. The plastic toy nails are either red or blue, and are 8 centimetres (3 1/4 inches) long by 3 centimetres (1 1/4 inches) in diameter. The nails have a round head. Approximately 3 centimetres (1 1/4 inches) below the head is a plastic ridge, slightly smaller than the nail head and about 2.5 centimetres (1 inch) in diameter.
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The oversized plastic toy nails can pose a choking hazard to young children. Little Tikes has recently identified two additional incidents, which occurred in the United States in 1997 and 2003, of children who choked when the toy nail became lodged in their throat. Both children were treated in a hospital and made a full recovery. Health Canada has not received any reports of incidents or injuries related to the use of these products.
Consumers should immediately take the toy nails away from children and contact Little Tikes for a free replacement toy nail.
For more information, consumers may contact Little Tikes at 1-800-321-0183 between 8AM and 8PM ET Monday through Friday or visit the firm's website.
September 29, 2011 Various Drop-side cribs by Shermag Inc. This recall involves wooden drop-side cribs with hidden drop-side hardware. The cribs were sold in various colors. Model numbers 202647, 211047 and 272547 are subject to this recall. The cribs were sold separately and as part of the "Claire de Lune," "Fairy Tales" and "Dormez Vous" furniture collections. "Shermag" is located on a tag on the mattress springs. The model numbers can be found on stickers and warning labels on the crib's headboard or footboard.
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The drop-side rail hardware on the cribs can break or fail, allowing the drop side to detach from the crib. When the drop side detaches, a hazardous gap is created between the drop-side rail and the crib mattress in which infants and toddlers can become wedged or entrapped, posing risks of suffocation and strangulation. In addition, children can fall out of the crib when the drop-side rail falls unexpectedly or detaches from the crib. Drop-side rail failures can also occur due to incorrect assembly or with age-related wear and tear. CPSC and the firm are aware of 21 incidents involving drop sides that failed or detached. No injuries have been reported. Consumers should carefully examine the drop-side rail hardware for any signs of damage. If consumers determine that the drop-side hardware is broken, loose, missing, or deformed or that there are any other reasons for concern, consumers should immediately stop using the recalled cribs and find an alternative safe sleeping environment for their baby. Any consumer with a crib subject to this recall should contact Shermag to receive a free repair kit that converts the drop-side of the crib to a fixed side. For more information, consumers may contact Shermag Inc. at 1-800-567-3419, from Monday to Friday between 9AM and 5PM ET or send an email or visit the firm's website.
August 2, 2011 Bugaboo Car Seat Adapter and Bugaboo Wheeled Board. This recall involves the "Bugaboo Car Seat Adapter" and the "Bugaboo Wheeled Board" which can be used in combination with the Bugaboo Cameleon Stroller Frame. This recall only includes the car seat adapter and wheeled board.
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All components are sold separately. When the wheeled board is placed in a vertical position it can disconnect from the car seat under certain conditions from the wheeled conveyance, which can pose a fall hazard to infants and toddlers. Consumers are requested to contact Bugaboo for a Warning Label Kit instructing correct use of the Travel System product combination. For more information, consumers may contact Bugaboo North America at 1-800-460-2922 toll free between 9AM and 5PM CT Monday through Friday. These products were sold in Canada between December 2005 and July 2011.
July 28, 2011 - Fisher-Price Little People® Builders' Load'n Go Wagon. This recall involves Fisher-Price Little People® Builders' Load'n Go Wagon model number P8977. The product includes a red wagon with a yellow handle, multi-coloured plastic blocks and a dog figure. The model number is located on the bottom of the wagon. "Little People® Builders" is found on a label on the side of the wagon and "Fisher Price" is embossed on the handle. Wagons with green handles are not included in this recall. The underside of the wagon's plastic handle has molded-in reinforcement. This design adds stiffness and facilitates children gripping the handle. The handle poses a laceration hazard if the child falls on it. Fisher-Price recommends that consumers immediately take the recalled wagons away from children and contact Fisher-Price for instructions on how to obtain a free replacement handle. Consumers are instructed to call Fisher-Price's toll free number 1-800-432-5437 to speak to a Consumer Relations agent. The recalled products were sold between June 2009 to July 2011 in Canada and the United States.
June 23, 2011 Britax B-Nimble Umbrella Stroller. Britax B-Nimble stroller is a single seat umbrella stroller and has the following product codes:
· U311771 (red)
· U311773 (green)
· U311775 (cowmooflage)
· U311780 (silver-black)
The name "Britax" can be found on the front. On the stroller frame, near the storage basket, there should be a white label on each side of the stroller with the stroller model numbers, batch numbers and date of manufacture. The strollers brake may produce an audible click when initially engaged and the brake pedal may remain depressed even though the brake has not fully engaged or locked. It may be necessary to continue to depress the brake pedal beyond the moment of the audible click to achieve full brake function. The initial click may create the false impression with the consumer that the brake is engaged. Consumers should immediately contact Britax to receive a free replacement stroller. Until the new replacement stroller is received, Britax recommends the continued use of the stroller but advises consumers to verify that the pedal is completely depressed and confirm that the brake is fully engaged, regardless of the audible click, every time the brake system is used. For more information, consumers may contact Britax Customer Service at 1-800-683-2045. Consumers who have not registered their product or need to verify existing registration should contact the Britax information line, toll free at 1-888-427-4829 or visit http://www.britax.com. In Canada, the recalled strollers were sold from October 2010 to May 2011.
June 22, 2011 Strollers by Maclaren Re-announcement of a 2009 Recall The recalll involves all single and double umbrella strollers by Maclaren. The word "Maclaren" is printed on the stroller. Maclaren strollers sold after May 2010 have a different hinge design and are not affected by this announcement. The affected models include the Volo, Triumph, Quest Sport, Quest Mod, Techno XT, Techno XLR, Twin Triumph, Twin Techno, and Easy Traveller. A "Kushies Baby" label may be applied to the bottom of the stroller. If the stroller is not fully opened or closed in accordance with the manufacturer's instructions, the hinge mechanism can pose a risk of fingertip amputation and laceration to the child. When used according the manufacturer's instructions, the strollers are safe and comply with Canadian stroller regulations. Consumers should use caution when opening or closing the stroller and ensure that children are at a safe distance when doing so. Consumers are instructed to contact American Baby Products, Inc. (formerly Maclaren USA) to receive a free repair kit. Consumers are instructed to call American Baby Products, Inc. (formerly Maclaren USA) at 1-877-688-2326. In Canada, approximately 22 000 of the recalled strollers were sold at The Bay, Toys R Us (Babies R Us), and other retailers. An unknown number were also sold at Gap Canada Stores. The recalled products were sold from 2004 to November 2009.
May 10, 2011 Shermag Chanderic Michelle Convertible Fixed Rail Crib. This recall involves the Chanderic Michelle Convertible fixed rail crib available in walnut or white. The affected cribs can be identified by the following UPC, model and product numbers:
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The crib name, model number, and "Shermag Inc" can be found on the assembly instruction sheet that is attached to the crib's mattress support board, as well as at the bottom of the crib's headboard. The crib's wooden slats can splinter or crack which can pose a laceration hazard to infants and toddlers. In addition, the crib's wooden slats can break which can pose a strangulation, entrapment and fall hazard to infants and toddlers. Consumers should immediately contact Shermag Inc. for a free product replacement. Consumers should also stop using this crib, if they notice any problems with the crib such as splintering or cracking of the wooden slats and find an alternative safe sleeping environment for their baby. For more information, consumers may contact Shermag Inc. at 1-800-567-3419, from Monday to Friday between 9AM and 5PM ET. Approximately 8,836 units of the affected cribs were sold exclusively at Toys 'R US Canada nationwide. The affected cribs were sold from December 2009 to April 2011.
April 8, 2011 Go, Diego, Go! and Dora the Explorer Pacifiers This recall involves Go, Diego, Go! and Dora the Explorer pacifiers for ages 3 to 6 months with UPC 7 74538 11007 3. The pacifiers were sold as sets of two. Go, Diego, Go! pacifiers contained one blue guard with orange handle, and one white guard with blue handle. Dora the Explorer pacifiers contained one pink guard with white handle, and one white guard with pink handle. Testing by Health Canada has determined that the nipples and handles of the recalled pacifiers may separate; these small components pose a choking hazard to young children. Consumers should immediately take the recalled pacifiers away from children and dispose of them in their regular household garbage. For more information, consumers may contact Global Edge Brands by collect call at (905) 470-9200 or by e-mail at info@globaledgebrands.com.
April 7, 2011 Co-Sleeper® Infant Bed-Side Sleepers. This recall involves all models of Original and Universal Co-Sleeper® brand bed-side sleepers by Arm's Reach Concepts Inc. One side of the bed-side sleepers is lower than the others to allow positioning near a bed and access to the infant for care and feeding. There are two designs for the bed-side sleepers with a date of manufacture between September 1997 and December 2001, or 2002 to 2008. All designs and models of Original and Universal Co-Sleeper® brand bed-side sleepers are included in this recall. In Canada, these recalled bed-side sleepers are classified as cribs and are not compliant with various requirements under the Cribs, Cradles and Bassinets Regulations (Hazardous Products Act). For example:
- These products do not meet the minimum side height requirement for cribs established by the Regulations.
- The corner posts extend more than 3 mm (1/8 in) above the highest side.
- In addition, for models manufactured between 1997 and 2001, if the fabric liner is not used or is not securely attached, infants can fall from the raised mattress into the loose fabric at the bottom of the bed-side sleeper or can become entrapped between the edge of the mattress and the side of the sleeper. This poses a risk of suffocation.
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled bed-side sleepers. The requirements for this product in Canada are different than in the United States. Therefore, the corrective measures offered in the United States cannot bring this product into compliance in Canada. For more information, consumers may contact Arm's Reach at 1-805-278-2559 between 10AM and 7PM ET, Monday through Friday
April 6, 2011 Chikitoe-brand Baby Sleepers. This recall involves 100% cotton baby sleepers sold under the brand name "Chikitoe". The sleepers are long-sleeved, have feet, and have snap buttons down the front. They come in a variety of colours and styles. The recalled sleepers can be identified by item number 19-3008949 and CA 42026, which can be found on a label attached to the inside of the sleeper. Health Canada's sampling and evaluation program has determined that the recalled sleepers do not meet the design and flammability requirements for children's sleepwear under Canadian law. Children's sleepwear that is loose fitting or that has loose edges can contact ignition sources such as stove elements, candles, and matches more easily than tight-fitting sleepwear. Once ignited, the sleepwear can burn rapidly and cause severe burns to large areas of the child's body, resulting in shock and sometimes death. Consumers should immediately take the recalled sleepwear away from children and dispose of it in regular household garbage. For more information, consumer may contact Dollarama by telephone at 1-888-755-1006 or by e-mail at contactus@dollarama.com.
April 4, 2011 Troy the Activity Truck. Joint Recall with Infantino, Health Canada, and the United States Consumer Product Safety Commission (US CPSC). This recall involves a motorized brightly coloured plastic toy truck with flexible plastic tubing in orange and green. Items shaped like stars, circles, and hearts are attached to and slide along the tubes. When the on/off switch underneath the truck and a second switch on the bed of the truck are on, pushing coloured buttons on the bed of the truck activates music and a spinning rear axle. The face of the truck features the Infantino logo. The underside of the truck has Infantino's contact information and one of these 3 model numbers: 153-210, 206-110, or 506-110C. The plastic tubing can detach and release the small sliding shapes; these small parts pose a choking hazard to young children. Consumers should immediately take the toy away from young children and contact Infantino for instructions on receiving a free replacement toy. For more information, consumers may contact Infantino by telephone at 1-888-808-3111 between 8AM and 4PM PST Monday through Friday or by email at recall@infantino.com.
Feb. 23, 2011 - About 337,000 BOB jogging strollers are recalled because a drawstring on the stroller can get wrapped around a child's neck, posing a strangulation hazard. One incident where an 11-month-old baby had the drawstring around her neck was reported. Eleven BOB stroller models are affected, including both singles and doubles. This number is stamped on the frame of the stroller or on a white label on the right rear stroller leg. All affected strollers have a yellow/orange drawstring at the rear of the canopy. This drawstring is used to gather up the loose fabric when the canopy is folded back. Remove the drawstring to remove the hazard. For a list of stroller models numbers affected and for details on repair/replacement kits please go to www.bobcanopy.com.
February 17, 2011. SNIGLAR Full-sized Crib sold at IKEA between October 2005 through June 2010. This recall involves approx. 6000 SNIGLAR full-sized cribs, which has fixed sides that were sold in Canada. Recalled cribs can be identified by model number 60091931. The words 'SNIGLAR', 'IKEA' and the model number are printed on a label attached to the mattress support. The crib frame and mattress support are made of light-coloured wood. If the mattress support bolts extend through the nut, the bolts are the proper length and the crib is not included in this recall. The four bolts that secure the mattress support on the recalled cribs may not be long enough and can cause the mattress support to detach and collapse. Infants and toddlers could become entrapped between the side of the crib and the mattress, which could lead to suffocation or strangulation, or they could fall out of the crib. Consumers should carefully examine their cribs for signs of damage, particularly around the mattress supports. Concerned consumers are instructed to contact IKEA to receive a free repair kit. Alternatively, consumers can return their SNIGLAR crib to their nearest IKEA store for a full refund. For more information or to order a repair kit, consumers may contact IKEA toll-free at 1-800-661-9807 or visit the
IKEA website
February 15, 2011 Various Brands of Child Restraint Systems (Car Seats) This recall involves certain Cosco, Safety 1st, Eddie Bauer, Schwinn and Maxi-Cosi branded child restraints manufactured from May 1, 2008 through April 30, 2009. Some of the recalled child restraints were sold as part of a travel system, which includes a stroller, an infant car seat/carrier, and a car seat base. The stroller portion is not affected by this recall. The model number and date code can be found on a label on the back or the side of the child restraint. To see if your car seat is affected go to Brand/Model Numbers for a full list of all makes/models involved. The issue with this recall is that the harness adjustment strap can become loose during normal use. If the harness system loosens, the child or infant may not be fully protected in a motor vehicle collision. This could lead to serious injury. Transport Canada has received 10 complaints where the design's harness system would loosen during normal use, with no reported injuries. If your car seat is included in the recall, please go to Online Order Form to order a free repair kit. Consumers should not return the product to retail stores. Until the repair kit and its instructions are obtained, Dorel Distribution Canada recommends the continued use of the product but advises consumers to verify the tightness of the harness system every time the restraint system is used. For more information, consumers may contact Dorel Juvenile Group at 1-866-446 2628 between 8AM and 5PM ET Monday through Thursday and between 8AM and 4:30PM ET on Fridays.
Feb. 11, 2011 - About 1.7 million Summer Infant baby monitors with cords are recalled because the cord poses a strangulation hazard when placed too close to baby's crib. Two infant deaths have been reported as a result of being tangled in Summer Infant baby monitor cords. All Summer Infant baby monitors with cords that were purchased in 2003 or later are included. Call 800-426-8627 or visit www.summerinfant.com to order new warning labels or download new safe installation instructions at www.summerinfant.com. Keep all baby monitors, of any brand, at least three feet away from cribs to prevent entanglement and strangulation.
Feb. 11, 2011 - About 58,000 Summer Infant Slim & Secure handheld video baby monitors are recalled because the rechargeable battery can overheat and burst, posing a burn hazard. Five incidents of the batteries overheating have been reported, including three incidents where the battery ruptured and caused minor property damage. The silver and white, #02800, and pink and white, #02805, monitors are included in the recall. Check the lower right corner of the battery in the handheld unit to see if it is unmarked, or has the letters "MP" or "BK" on it. If so, it is included in the recall. If the battery is marked "TCL," it is not included in the recall. Call 800-426-8627 or visit www.summerinfant.com to exchange the recalled battery for a new one. It is safe to use the baby monitor with the AC power cord in the meantime.
Jan. 31, 2011 - About 37,000 Sassy Refreshing Rings Teethers are recalled because pieces of the black plastic can come off while baby is chewing on the teether/rattle. This poses and ingestion hazard. No injuries were reported. Call 800-323-6336 or visit www.sassybaby.com for information on returning the product for a replacement.
Jan. 26, 2011 - About 300 Land of Nod Rosebud cribs are recalled because the drop side hardware can break or fail, which can allow the drop side to detach. This poses a risk of entrapment, suffocation or strangulation. No injuries have been reported. These cribs were sold in white or antique white and have a label that says "Status Furniture" on the lower part of the headboard. The model number 910 is listed on the instructions. Stop using the crib immediately and call 800-933-9904 or email recall@landofnod.com to receive a merchandise credit for the price of the crib ($599).
Jan. 21, 2010 - About 22,000 Phil&Teds V1 Classic and V2 Sport strollers are recalled because a consumer's fingers can be caught in the hinge when folding or unfolding the stroller. This poses a risk of laceration or amputation. Three injuries were reported. An additional 7,200 strollers sold in Canada are part of the recall. The V1 Classic was sold in red only and has serial numbers 0308/0001 to 0510/0906 on the inside of the folding hinge. The V2 Sport came in red, orange, green, black, charcoal, navy and a graffiti print, and has serial numbers 0308/0001 to 0510/0840. Call 877-432-1642 or visit www.philandteds.com to order a hinge cover repair kit.
Jan. 12, 2011 - More than 3,500 Discovery Toys Toddler Talk mobile phones sold in the US and Canada are recalled because the antenna can break off. This poses a choking hazard.Three incidents of the antenna breaking were reported. The red and blue plastic phone has a clear plastic antenna. Only model 1231 is included in the recall. "Discovery Toys" is stamped into the red plastic on the back of the toy. Call 800-426-4777 or visit www.discoverytoysinc.com to return the toy for a replacement.
Jan. 12, 2011 - About 8,000 Vulli Cool-It Soother teething toys are recalled because the liquid inside the ring is untreated, which can allow bacteria and mold to grow inside ring if it is punctured. Ingesting bacteria or mold can cause illness in babies. Stop using the toy and call 888-318-9803 or visit www.sophiegiraffeusa.com (PDF) for instructions on returning the teething ring for a replacement.
Jan 6, 2011 - Toddler Girls' Pants, Jeans, and Shorts from 77kids by American Eagle. The recalled clothing was sold in sizes 12 to 18 months up to 5 years. Style numbers included in the recall are below; the style number is printed on a sewn-in label located under the care/content label on the inside of the waistband.
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The metal clasp on the waistband can detach from the garment, posing a choking hazard to young children.
Consumers should immediately take the recalled garments away from children. Consumers who purchased the garments online should have received a postage-paid envelope with instructions on how to return the garment for a full refund. All other consumers should contact American Eagle Outfitters for instructions on how to return the garment. For more information, consumers may contact American Eagle Outfitters toll-free at 1-888-307-3672 between 9AM and 5PM ET Monday to Friday.
Jan. 1, 2011 Organic Natural Charm Baby Sleeper (Romper) only in size large. The sleepers are made of 100% cotton and come in five colours:
· Blue (UPC 7735732901)
· Pink (UPC 7735733901)
· Brown (UPC 7735735901)
· Black (UPC 7735736901)
· Natural (UPC 7735738901)
The recalled sleepers also have CA23108 written on a white tag attached to them. The size large version of the recalled sleepwear does not meet the design and flammability requirements for children's sleepwear under Canadian law. Children's sleepwear that is loose fitting or that has loose edges can contact ignition sources such as stove elements, candles, and matches more easily than tight-fitting sleepwear. Once ignited the sleepwear can burn rapidly and cause severe burns to large areas of the child's body, resulting in shock and sometimes death. Consumers should immediately take the recalled product away from children and return them to the store where it was purchased to receive a store credit. For more information, consumers may contact Bechimex toll-free at 1-877-899-2688
Although manufacturers try and ensure that all baby products are as safe as possible there are times when mistakes happen and baby products need to be recalled. We will post any such recalls that we are aware of here. If you hear of another recall that is not listed here please email us the details and we will post it. Lets make sure that all of us parents are aware of the baby product recalls that are out there!
