Britax Recalls B-Nimble Strollers Due to Risk of Brake Failure
Recall 11256 · Jun 23, 2011 · Britax
20,000
units affected
20,000
units affected
Facts
- Recall number
- 11256
- Date
- Jun 23, 2011
- Company
- Britax
- Units affected
- 20,000
- Product
- B-Nimble Strollers
- Product type
- Strollers
- Remedy
- Replacement
- Hazard
- Injury
The product
This recall involves B-Nimble umbrella strollers manufactured on or after August 1, 2010. Strollers included in the recall have model numbers U311771, U311773, U311775 and U311780. The date of manufacture labels and model numbers can be found on the lower frame/tube on either the left or the right side. The strollers were sold in a variety of colors including black and silver, Cowmooflage (black and white), green and red.
What can happen
An audible click heard when the brake pedal is pressed can give a false impression that the brake is fully engaged when it is not. When the brake is not engaged, the stroller can move unexpectedly posing a risk of injury to the child occupant.
The fix
Consumers should immediately stop using their strollers and contact Britax for information and to request an improved replacement stroller. Consumers who resume use of their strollers while awaiting the replacement should always ensure that the brake is fully engaged.
Incidents and where it was sold
- Incidents
- Britax has received seven reports of the brake not being fully engaged. No injuries have been reported.
- Sold at
- Juvenile product and mass merchandise stores nationwide and online retailers between September 2010 and June 2011 for about $200.
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Questions and answers
What should I do with the recalled b-nimble strollers?
Consumers should immediately stop using their strollers and contact Britax for information and to request an improved replacement stroller. Consumers who resume use of their strollers while awaiting the replacement should always ensure that the brake is fully engaged.
What is the hazard?
An audible click heard when the brake pedal is pressed can give a false impression that the brake is fully engaged when it is not. When the brake is not engaged, the stroller can move unexpectedly posing a risk of injury to the child occupant.
A recall means the maker found a safety problem and offers a free fix; it does not mean every unit has the problem. Units affected are as reported by the company. Popular models sell more and so have more recalls and complaints. Official public data; texts are shortened. Contact the company named above for the remedy.