February 22, 2005
Playtex is recalling its Hip Hammock child carrier. The shoulder strap support can detach from the hammock, posing a fall hazard to the baby.
The company has received two reports of the shoulder strap detaching from the infant carrier. No injuries have been reported.
The recalled infant carriers were sold under the name Playtex Hip Hammock, which is sewn into the front of the carrier. The model number is sewn into the inside panel below the instructions for use. The model numbers are:
05300 Basic Black Hip Hammock
05301 Deluxe Black Hip Hammock
05302 Deluxe Navy Blue Hip Hammock
The carriers were sold at juvenile product stores, discount stores nationwide, catalog and internet sites from June 2004 through February 2005 for about $40 (Basic model) and $60 (Deluxe model).
Consumers should stop using the carrier immediately and contact Playtex Products Inc., for instructions on returning the carrier for a replacement.
Consumer Contact: Consumers should contact Playtex Products Inc., at (800) 522-8230 between 8:30 a.m. and 8 p.m. ET, Monday through Friday.
The recall is being conducted in cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC).
