Stroller Canopy Hinge Prompts Graco Stroller Recall

By Tricia Fandrey

On January 20, 2010, the U.S Consumer Product Safety Commission and Graco announced a voluntary stroller recall on 1.5 million Graco strollers due to a canopy hinge causing fingertip amputation  and laceration hazards. Graco received reports of  children placing their fingertips on the stroller hinge when the stroller was being opened or closed resulting in 5 fingertip amputations and 2 reports of lacerations.

Just the thought of that makes me cringe. Can you just imagine?  This is why we need to take necessary steps to make sure that we pay close attention to things that may cause a possible safety hazard when our children are around.

What models are affected: The Graco Stroller recall involves select models of  Alano, Graco Passage,  Spree Strollers and Travel Systems manufactured by Graco prior March 2008, with a specific type of  hinge mechanisms. (No other Graco Strollers are affected by this notice.)

A List of Model numbers can be found at CPSC .

What to do next : Please check your stroller model to verify if your stroller is on the recall list.  There is no need to return the stroller to the store, but CPSC suggests you stop using the stroller affected by the recall immediately, and contact Graco.  Graco is offering protective stroller hinge covers free of charge  too all affected consumers worldwide. No instances have been reported outside the U.S.

You can immediately order the cover you need by filling out the online form found HERE, (just click on picture that corresponds to your hing) or by contacting Graco Mon- Fri. 8-5 pm EST at 1-800-345-4109 (U.S) or 1-800-667-1184 (Canada).

If you know of anyone using these models or have one yourself I encourage you to contact Graco and get the necessary cover needed to ensure safety for little one’s and yourself.   It’s good to see Graco acting quickly before any more incidence’s are reported.

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