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UPPAbaby Strollers Recalled Over Amputation Risk; Child Injury Reported

According to the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission [1], this recall affects all UPPAbaby all-terrain RIDGE jogging strollers, which have an extendable canopy with a mesh window and zipper pocket, disc hand brake system and an adjustable handlebar with a wrist strap.

The stroller’s rear disc brakes have openings that can cause amputation or laceration if a non-occupant child’s fingertip gets caught in the openings while the stroller is in use – CPSC said.
The firm has received one reported incident, resulting in a fingertip amputation to a child who was not in the stroller while in use

“UPPAbaby” is printed on the front of the recalled strollers, and “RIDGE” is on the side of the stroller frame. Affected strollers have a black frame and a fabric color scheme that is white (“BRYCE”), charcoal (“JAKE”), or slate blue (“REGGIE”) and have black tires.

The serial numbers of the recalled UPPAbaby strollers begin with “1401RDGUS,” and appear on the right side of the stroller frame above the rear wheel of the stroller. The model number “1401-RDG-US” is printed on the left side of the stroller frame above the rear wheel of the stroller.

Affected strollers were sold online and at BuyBuyBaby, Nordstrom, Neiman Marcus, Pottery Barn Kids and other children’s stores and specialty stores nationwide from October 2021 through August 2022 for about $600.

If you purchased a jogging stroller that is affected by this recall, you should stop using it immediately and contact UPPAbaby to receive free replacement brake discs for both wheels.

This recall began on September 1, 2022.

The CPSC Recall Number for this item is 22-215.

Other Stroller Recalls

• Thule Stroller Recall: August 12, 2020 – Thule Group recalled about 4,000 Thule Sleek strollers and car seats over concerns that the handlebar can detach, posing an injury hazard to children.
• Belecoo Stroller Recall: July 8, 2020 – A Better You! recalled about 750 Belecoo 535-S Strollers which may be defectively designed in a way that could cause a child’s head to become trapped, posing a strangulation hazard. The recalled products violate the federal Carriages standard because a child’s torso could pass through the opening between the activity tray and the seat bottom and his/her head can become entrapped, CPSC said. Additionally, the location of the crotch restraint creates large leg openings between the seat bottom and the restraint, and it could become detached, posing fall hazard injuries to children.
• Costway Stroller Recall: Jun 29, 2020 – Costway Inc. recalled about 16,000 baby strollers for a potential defect that could cause a child’s head to become entrapped between the activity tray and the seat bottom, posing serious entrapment and strangulation hazards.
• Umbrella Stroller Recall: June 10, 2020 – Island Wear Inc. recalled Umbrella Strollers for 2 potential defects that could result in babies becoming seriously injured or even killed.
• Baby Trend Stroller Recall: January 20, 2020 – Baby Trend Inc. recalled about 2,000 Tango Mini Strollers over a potential defect that can cause the stroller’s joints to “release and collapse” under pressure, which poses a serious head injury risk to children.
• Britax Stroller Recall: February 17, 2017 – Britax recalled 676,000 baby strollers that pose a fall risk to infants in car seats that are supposed to attach securely.
• Graco Stroller Recall: October 2010 – Graco Quattro Tour and MetroLite strollers and travel systems were recalled after being linked to the deaths of 4 infants and 5 instances of entrapment that resulted in cuts and bruises and, in 1 case, breathing difficulty.

FAQs

Who can file a lawsuit related to UPPAbaby strollers?

Parents or guardians of children who have been injured due to defective UPPAbaby strollers can file a lawsuit. Consulting with a personal injury lawyer specializing in product liability can help determine eligibility and guide the legal process.

What types of injuries are associated with UPPAbaby strollers?

Injuries associated with UPPAbaby strollers include cuts, bruises, fractures, pinching injuries, and in severe cases, head injuries or other serious harm if the stroller collapses or malfunctions.

What compensation can be sought in a UPPAbaby stroller lawsuit?

Compensation can include medical expenses, pain and suffering, lost wages for caregivers, and other related costs. In some cases, punitive damages may also be awarded to penalize the manufacturer for negligence.

How can parents determine if their UPPAbaby stroller is defective?

Parents can determine if their UPPAbaby stroller is defective by checking for recall notices issued by the manufacturer or regulatory agencies and inspecting the stroller for any signs of malfunction or damage.

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Reference:

1. https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2022/UPPAbaby-Recalls-RIDGE-Jogging-Strollers-Due-to-Fingertip-Amputation-Hazard-One-Injury-to-Child-Reported