Evenflo Recalls Convertible High Chairs Due to Fall Hazard
Recall 12192 · Jun 5, 2012 · Evenflo
35,000
units affected
35,000
units affected
Facts
- Recall number
- 12192
- Date
- Jun 5, 2012
- Company
- Evenflo
- Units affected
- 35,000
- Product
- Convertible high chairs
- Product type
- High Chairs
- Remedy
- Replacement
- Hazard
- Falls
The product
This recall involves Evenflo high chairs that convert from a high chair to toddler-size table and chair. The convertible high chair can be identified by the model names and numbers listed below. Model numbers are located on a label on the lower portion of one of the high chair's legs. Model Name Model Number Dottie Lime 29111259 Dottie Rose 29111271 Marianna 29111234
What can happen
The activity tray on the high chair can unexpectedly detach and allow an unrestrained child to fall, posing a risk of injury to the child.
The fix
Consumers with the recalled highchairs should immediately contact Evenflo for a replacement tray with installation and use instructions.
Incidents and where it was sold
- Incidents
- Evenflo has received 18 reports of trays that detached, including eight reports of children who fell from the high chair and sustained bumps and bruises.
- Sold at
- Toys "R" Us and Walmart stores nationwide and online at Walmart.com and Wayfair.com between December 2011 and June 2012 for about $40.
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Questions and answers
What should I do with the recalled convertible high chairs?
Consumers with the recalled highchairs should immediately contact Evenflo for a replacement tray with installation and use instructions.
What is the hazard?
The activity tray on the high chair can unexpectedly detach and allow an unrestrained child to fall, posing a risk of injury to the child.
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.