IKEA Recalls to Repair High Chairs Due to Fall Hazard
CPSC recall 12079 · announced January 5, 2012 · Ikea North America Services · 169,000 units affected
The product
This recall involves ANTILOP high chairs sold in red, blue or white. The plastic high chair has detachable silver-colored metal legs. High chairs included in the recall have a manufacture date between 0607 and 0911 (YYMM format) from supplier number 17389. The production date and supplier number are molded into the underside of the seat. "ANTILOP," "IKEA" and the model number are printed on a label affixed to the underside of the seat. Model numbers included in the recall are: ANTILOP high chair blue Model # 701.467.92 ANTILOP high chair red Model # 501.467.93 ANTILOP high chair white Model # 300.697.24
The hazard
he high chair's restraint buckle can open unexpectedly, posing a fall hazard to the child
What to do (per CPSC)
Consumers should immediately stop using the high chairs and contact IKEA to obtain a free replacement seat restraint. Remedy type: Replace
Notes
Incidents (per CPSC): KEA has received eight reports worldwide of restraint buckles that opened unexpectedly, including three reports of children who received minor injuries after falling from the high chair.
Sold at: IKEA stores nationwide from August 2006 through January 2010 for about $20.
Consumer contact: For additional information, contact IKEA toll-free at (888) 966-4532 anytime, or visit the firm's website at www.ikea-usa.com
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission public recall data. This page reports official records and is not legal, medical, or repair advice.