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CPSC, Century Announce Recall of Multi-Use Strollers

Published: June 14, 2001Recall ID: 01172Category: generalCountry: US

Reason for Recall / Hazard

The strollers can unexpectedly collapse or the car seat/carrier adapter can unexpectedly detach. When this happens, an infant or young child inside the stroller or an attached car seat/carrier can fall to the ground and suffer serious injuries.

Product Description & Identification

The recalled strollers are for toddlers when used alone and for infants when a car seat/carrier is connected to the stroller. The model names for the recalled strollers can be found on the footrest, the seat pad, the legs of the frame or on a white label on the side locks. Model Name Years Made Take 2 2000 Travel Solutions 1999-2000 Pioneer 1998-2000 Travelite 1997-1998 Pro Sport 1996-1999

Affected Products

Take 2, "Travel Solutions," "Pioneer," "Travelite," and "Pro Sport" 4-in-1 strollers

Additional Source Details

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U R Lhttps://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2001/CPSC-Century-Announce-Recall-of-Multi-Use-Strollers
TitleCPSC, Century Announce Recall of Multi-Use Strollers
Images › 1 › U R Lhttps://www.cpsc.gov/s3fs-public/stroller-1.jpeg
Images › 1 › CaptionRecalled stroller
Images › 2 › U R Lhttps://www.cpsc.gov/s3fs-public/stroller-2.jpeg
Images › 2 › CaptionRecalled stroller
Images › 3 › U R Lhttps://www.cpsc.gov/s3fs-public/stroller-3.jpeg
Images › 3 › CaptionRecalled stroller
Hazards › NameThe strollers can unexpectedly collapse or the car seat/carrier adapter can unexpectedly detach. When this happens, an infant or young child inside the stroller or an attached car seat/carrier can fall to the ground and suffer serious injuries.
Injuries › NameCentury has received 681 reports of incidents, including 250 injuries when the stroller unexpectedly collapsed or the car seat/carrier adapter detached. These reports include three concussions, two skull fractures, one fractured elbow, and two chipped teeth. The remaining injuries include bruises and cuts.
Products › NameTake 2, "Travel Solutions," "Pioneer," "Travelite," and "Pro Sport" 4-in-1 strollers
Products › TypeStrollers & Accessories
Products › Category I D2155
Products › Number Of UnitsAbout 650,000
Recall I D830
Remedies › NameConsumers should stop using these strollers and call Graco to order a free repair kit. Consumers should have their strollers available, as Graco will help consumers determine if they have one of the recalled models.
Retailers › NameMass merchandise, juvenile products and discount department stores nationwide sold these strollers, from approximately December 1996 through March 2001, for between $100 and $200.
Recall Date2001-06-14T00:00:00
DescriptionThe recalled strollers are for toddlers when used alone and for infants when a car seat/carrier is connected to the stroller. The model names for the recalled strollers can be found on the footrest, the seat pad, the legs of the frame or on a white label on the side locks. Model Name Years Made Take 2 2000 Travel Solutions 1999-2000 Pioneer 1998-2000 Travelite 1997-1998 Pro Sport 1996-1999
Recall Number01172
Manufacturers › NameCentury Products Co., of Macedonia, Ohio
Consumer ContactConsumers may call Graco, which now owns the "Century" brand name, toll-free at (800) 345-4109 anytime. Consumers also can log on to the company's website at www.gracobaby.com
Last Publish Date2026-03-06T00:00:00

Overview

  • Recalling FirmCentury Products Co., of Macedonia, Ohio
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