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Child backpack carriers

CPSC Recall #16-178 — May 26, 2016

Recall #16-178 Date: May 26, 2016 Remedy: Replace

Product

Child backpack carriers

Description

A cut in the plastic buckle on the shoulder strap can cause the shoulder strap to release.

Hazard

A cut in the plastic buckle on the shoulder strap can cause the shoulder strap to release, posing a fall hazard to a child in the carrier.

Incidents / Injuries

None reported

Remedy

Consumers should immediately inspect the buckles on both straps of the carrier harness to determine if there is a cut in the plastic buckle on one or both straps. If the buckle is cut, consumers should immediately stop using the carrier and contact Osprey for a free replacement or full refund. Consumers also may contact Osprey and return the carrier for inspection. If the buckle is cut, consumers will receive a replacement or full refund.

Units Affected

About 31,000

Sold At

REI and specialty outdoor retailers nationwide and online at amazon.com and rei.com from January 2016 through May 2016 for between $250 and $330.

Importer

Osprey Child Safety Products LLC, of Cortez, Colo.

Manufactured In

Vietnam

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