On October 20, 2010 the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission, in cooperation with Graco Children’s Products, Inc. of Atlanta, Georgia, announced a voluntary recall of about 2 million strollers
The defective product recall was initiated due to the risk of entrapment and strangulation of the child using it. Graco and the commission received four reports of infant strangulation deaths prompting the recall. Another five infants were reported to have received minor injuries (cuts & bruises), and one had difficulty breathing.
The stroller models included in this recall are the Graco Quattro Tour™ and MetroLite™. The Quattro Tour™ models were manufactured prior to November, 2006 and the MetroLite™ prior to July, 2007. Each of these models was manufactured prior to the implementation of the January, 2008 voluntary industry standard which addresses the height of the opening between the seat and stroller tray.
By issuing the recall, the Consumer Product Safety Commission advises consumers to stop using the recalled products immediately. The recall also makes it illegal to resell or attempt to resell the recalled models. To find out if you have one of the recalled models, you can visit the commission’s recall announcement for a list of the affected models. An experienced defective product attorney can help you file your claim.
If your child has been injured by this defective product in the Jacksonville, Florida area, please contact the attorneys at Hardesty Tyde Green & Ashton, P.A. today to schedule your free consultation today.
