CONSUMER SAFETY ALERT
The buckles on the carrier shoulder straps can unexpectedly release tension, causing the strap to slip through, posing a fall hazard to the baby.
Beco Baby Carrier Recalls "Beco Butterfly" Infant Carriers
The recalled infant carriers were sold under brand name "Beco Baby Carrier Butterfly." The carriers have a black label with a green "b" logo on the left side and a butterfly on the right side. The label is sewn on the outside of the carrier. The following carrier styles are included in the recall: Mia, Pony Express, Carnival, Addison, Ethan, Sophia, Cameron, Ava and Joshua.
Required Consumer Action
Consumers should immediately stop using the carriers and contact Beco Baby Carrier to receive instructions for returning the carriers for repair.
Contact Information
Consumers should contact Beco Baby Carrier Inc. toll-free at (888) 943-8232/9-GET-BECO between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. PT Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's Web site at www.becobabycarrier.com
Recall Details
Sold At
Specialty retail stores nationwide and internet sites from January 2008 through February 2008 for about $140.
Injuries
Beco has received eight reports of the carrier straps slipping through the shoulder buckles. No injuries have been reported.
Manufacturer
Beco Baby Carrier Inc., of Newport Beach, Calif.
Recall Number
08253
Product Information
Product Name
Beco Baby Butterfly Carriers
Product Type
Infant Carriers/Slings/Backpacks/Car Seats
Number of Units
About 2,000
Manufacturer Name
Beco Baby Carrier Inc., of Newport Beach, Calif.
Manufactured In
Dominican Republic