CPSC, Kelty Announce Recall of Speedster Jogging Strollers
CPSC recall 05595 · announced August 10, 2005 · Kelty Division Of American Recreation Products · 349 units affected
The product
The recalled strollers have an aluminum frame and a cloth seat with a sun canopy. The recalled single seat Speedster Deluxe stroller has model number 20050116 and serial numbers: S2000001D0504 through S2000500D0504 and S2000001D0505 through S2000100D0505. The recalled double seat Speedster Deuce Jogging strollers have model number: 20050216 and serial numbers: S3000001D0504 through S3000300D0504 and S3000001D0505 through S3000075D0505. Each stroller has a tag, located inside the child's seat compartment, which lists the model name and model number. A sticker on the rear frame lists the serial number.
The hazard
The stroller handle can disconnect from the stroller frame during use.
What to do (per CPSC)
Consumers should stop using these recalled strollers and return them to the store where purchased for a refund. Contact Kelty for a free daypack. Known purchasers were sent direct mail notification of this recall. All affected units in distribution have been located.
Notes
Incidents (per CPSC): Kelty received two reports of a handle disconnecting during use. No injuries have been reported.
Sold at: Juvenile baby product stores, sporting good stores and Web retailersm, from May 2005 thru June 2005, for between $335 and $41.
Consumer contact: Call Kelty at (800) 535-3589 Ext. 3335 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. MT Monday through Friday.
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission public recall data. This page reports official records and is not legal, medical, or repair advice.