Britax recalls Blink umbrella strollers (model numbers U261813-U271817) from May-Sept 2009 due to fingertip amputation hazard when unfolding. Consumers must stop using and get free hinge covers.
The stroller's hinge mechanism poses a fingertip amputation and laceration hazard to the child when the consumer is unfolding/opening the stroller.
Britax is recalling all Blink umbrella strollers made between May and September 2009 because the stroller's hinge mechanism can cause fingertip amputations or lacerations when unfolding. This is serious because children could get injured while opening the stroller.
The stroller's hinge mechanism can cause fingertip amputations or lacerations when the consumer opens or unfolds the stroller. This happens because the moving parts of the hinge can catch a child's finger during use.
Parents or caregivers who own Britax Blink strollers with model numbers U261813 through U271817 made between May and September 2009 are affected. Children using these strollers are at highest risk during unfolding.
Check for the model numbers U261813 to U271817 printed on the metal frame below the hand grips. These strollers were made between May and September 2009 and sold in the U.S.
Immediately stop using the recalled stroller to prevent fingertip amputation or laceration injuries.
Call Britax to receive free stroller hinge covers that fix the safety hazard.
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled strollers and contact Britax to receive free stroller hinge covers.
Model numbers U261813, U261814, U261815, U261816, U261817, U271813, U271817, and U271815.
Made between May 2009 and September 2009.
Look for the model numbers on the metal frame below the hand grips, which should be U261813 to U271817.
We’ve drafted a message you can send Britax to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall 135 — Britax Britax "Blink" Umbrella Strollers Hello, I own a Britax "Blink" Umbrella Strollers that is covered by recall 135 from Britax. The official recall notice states: Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled strollers and contact Britax to receive free stroller hinge covers. I’m writing to arrange the remedy described in the recall (a refund, repair, or replacement as applicable). Could you please tell me the next steps to resolve this? Thank you.
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