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POCO AG, POCO AG Plus, POCO AG Premium was recalled on 17 June 2016 under EU Safety Gate alert A12/0744/16. Injuries risk reported by United Kingdom. The product may contain a defective buckle, which could cause the shoulder strap to release on one or both sides of the harness.

Photo of recalled product: POCO AG, POCO AG Plus, POCO AG Premium
Alert NumberA12/0744/16
BrandOsprey
CategoryChildcare articles and children's equipment
Risk TypeInjuries
Notifying CountryUnited Kingdom
Country of OriginVietnam
Model Number1) Poco AG Black/ Poco AG Ivy Green/ Poco AG Seaside Blue, 2) Poco AG Plus Black/ Poco AG Plus Ivy Green/ Poco AG Plus Seaside Blue, 3) Poco AG Premium Black, Poco AG Premium Ivy Green, Poco AG Premium Seaside Blue
Published17 June 2016

Risk Description

The product may contain a defective buckle, which could cause the shoulder strap to release on one or both sides of the harness. The released strap could cause the child carrier to fall from the person wearing it, posing a risk of injury to the child in the carrier.One incident reported.

Measures Taken

Type of economic operator taking notified measure(s): ManufacturerCategory of measure(s): Warning consumers of the risksDate of entry into force: 03/05/2016

Product Description

Backpack that functions as a child carrier, labelled as 'Poco AG' on front. Products with a defective buckle (see picture) should be returned.

⚠️ What Should You Do?

This recall involves a injuries hazard related to POCO AG, POCO AG Plus, POCO AG Premium.

About this risk

This product has a design or manufacturing defect that can cause physical injuries such as cuts, bruises, fractures, or other bodily harm during normal use.

Recommended action

Stop using the product immediately. Check yourself and family members for any injuries. Store the product safely out of reach and contact the retailer or manufacturer for a replacement or refund.

Who is at risk?

All users, particularly children and elderly people who may be more vulnerable to injury.

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