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Choking, Injuries, Suffocation Childcare articles and children's equipment Serious risk

Pushchair was recalled on 21 March 2008 under EU Safety Gate alert 0356/08. Choking, Injuries, Suffocation risk reported by Spain. The product poses a risk of :suffocation, and injuries because:- choking because the plastic stickers comes off under a force of less than 90N, generating a small part,- suffocation because the plastic packaging with an opening perimeter greater than 380mm does not have an average thickness of at least 0.

Photo of recalled product: Pushchair
Alert Number0356/08
BrandBBY
CategoryChildcare articles and children's equipment
Risk TypeChoking, Injuries, Suffocation
Notifying CountrySpain
Country of OriginUnknown
Model NumberRef: 5104P48R0, Model: Optimist
Published21 March 2008

Risk Description

The product poses a risk of :suffocation, and injuries because:- choking because the plastic stickers comes off under a force of less than 90N, generating a small part,- suffocation because the plastic packaging with an opening perimeter greater than 380mm does not have an average thickness of at least 0.038 mm. - injuries because:- the angle between the back and the seat is not at least 100º. - the braking mechanisms do not allow the pushchair to remain stationary on the incline for at least 1 minute. The product does not comply with the European standard EN 1888.

Measures Taken

Type of economic operator to whom the measure(s) were ordered: OtherCategory of measure(s): Withdrawal from the market ordered by the authoritiesDate of entry into force: Unknown

Product Description

Wheeled child conveyance with a metal structure, a red canvas seat and back from which emerge the strap and belt fastenings for holding the child. The packaging is a cardboard box marked BBY.

🛑 What Should You Do?

This recall involves a choking, injuries, suffocation hazard related to Pushchair.

About this risk

This product contains small parts that can detach and pose a choking hazard, or its size and shape make it dangerous for young children if swallowed or placed in the mouth.

Recommended action

Remove the product from children immediately. Check if any small parts are missing. If a child has swallowed a part, seek medical attention immediately. Return the product to the retailer.

Who is at risk?

Children under 3 years old are at highest risk. Supervise older children as well.

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