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Product name Kenta and Kenta Plus child carriers
Description This recall involves backpack-style child carriers sold under the Kenta and Kenta Plus model name. "VAUDE" is printed on the back and between the shoulder straps of the carrier. "Kenta" or "Kenta Plus" is printed on the lower back or hip belt of the carrier. The carriers were sold in black, red and brown and were designed for children up to 31 pounds. 
Problem The side strap's seam can unravel and cause the strap to separate, posing a fall hazard to the child in the carrier. 
Distribution Outdoor camping and climbing stores nationwide for about $150 for the Kenta and $170 for the Kenta Plus models. 
Company Liberty Mountain 800-366-2666; websites www.vaude.com or www.libertymountain.com 
Dates sold January 2010 through May 2012 
Date posted 08/01/2012 
Additional information For additional information, visit the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission news release at www.cpsc.gov/cpscpub/prerel/prhtml12/12237.html 
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