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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Illinois Department of Public Health 535 West Jefferson Street Springfield, Illinois 62761 Phone 217-782-3300 Fax 217-782-3987 TTY 800-547-0466 Questions or Comments |