Pushchair
Pushchair was recalled on 1 September 2008 under EU Safety Gate alert 0925/08. Injuries, Suffocation risk reported by Spain. The product poses a risk of (i) injuries because:- there are gaps more than 5mm and less than 12mm wide which may lead to finger entrapment, - the angle between the back and the seat of the pushchair is less than 100°, - the conveyance does not remain stationary on a slope,- the hood has moving parts which can be closed to less than 12mm,(ii) suffocation, because two of the plastic bags supplied with the article have an opening perimeter greater than 380mm and an average thickness of less than 0.
| Alert Number | 0925/08 |
| Brand | BRUIN |
| Category | Childcare articles and children's equipment |
| Risk Type | Injuries, Suffocation |
| Notifying Country | Spain |
| Country of Origin | The Netherlands |
| Model Number | T2004 |
| Published | 1 September 2008 |
Risk Description
The product poses a risk of (i) injuries because:- there are gaps more than 5mm and less than 12mm wide which may lead to finger entrapment, - the angle between the back and the seat of the pushchair is less than 100°, - the conveyance does not remain stationary on a slope,- the hood has moving parts which can be closed to less than 12mm,(ii) suffocation, because two of the plastic bags supplied with the article have an opening perimeter greater than 380mm and an average thickness of less than 0.038 mm.The product does not comply with the relevant 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 by the distributor ordered by the authorities.Date of entry into force: Unknown
Product Description
Child´s pushchair with a hood bearing an adhesive label that reads: production date: 09/7, production line: A. It is packed in a plastic bag, within which another bag contains the safety and user instructions.
⚠️ What Should You Do?
This recall involves a injuries, suffocation hazard related to Pushchair.
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.