Product name | Bumbo "Baby Sitter" Seats | |
Description | The bottom of the children's seat is round and flat with a diameter of about 15 inches. It is constructed of a single piece of molded foam and comes in yellow, blue, purple, pink, aqua, and lime green. The seat has leg holes and seat back that wraps completely around the child. On the front of the seat in raised lettering is the word "Bumbo" with the image of an elephant on top. The bottom of the seat has the following words: "Manufactured by Bumbo South Africa Material: Polyurethane World Patent No. PCT: ZA/1999/00030." The back of the seat contains the following "WARNING" - "Never use on a raised surface. Never use as a car seat or bath seat. Designed for floor level use only. Never leave your baby unnattended as the seat is not designed to be totally restrictive and may not prevent release of your baby in the event of vigorous movement." | |
Problem | If the seat is placed on a table, countertop, chair, or other elevated surface, young children can arch their backs, flip out of the Bumbo seat, and fall onto the floor, posing a risk of serious head injuries. | |
Distribution | Target, Wal-Mart, Sers, Toys R Us, Babies R Us USA Babies and various other toy and children's stores nationwide, and various online sellers. | |
Company | Bumbo International - 877-932-8626 - www.bumbosafety.com | |
Dates sold | August 2003 through October 2007 | |
Date posted | 10/26/2007 | |
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