Britax Recalls Modified Thru-Bolt Axles for Use with BOB Jogging Strollers Distributed Through the BOB Information Campaign Due to Fall and Injury Hazards (Recall Alert)
Modified thru-bolt axles for use with BOB Jogging Strollers distributed through the BOB Information Campaign from January 10, 2019 to April 26, 2019
Date of Recall
2019-07-25CPSC Release Number
19-763Manufactured In
ChinaUnits
About 200Distributor
Britax Child Safety Inc., of Fort Mill, S.C.Importer
Britax Child Safety Inc., of Fort Mill, S.C.Sold By
Distributed by Britax free of charge to consumers in connection with the BOB Information Campaign announced on January 10, 2019.Problem/Hazard
The modified thru-bolt on the front wheel can fracture, allowing the wheel to detach from the stroller, posing fall and injury hazards to children in the stroller and adults operating the stroller.Injuries/Incidents
Britax has received 8 reports of the modified thru-bolt fracturing. There are no reports of injuries with the modified thru-bolt axle.Description
This recall involves the modified thru-bolt axle provided by Britax free of charge as one of the available incentives to eligible consumers in connection with the BOB Information Campaign announced on January 10, 2019. The model number of the modified thru-bolt axle is S11393700 and it was manufactured for use with BOB Jogging Strollers made between 1/1/2009 to 9/30/2015.
Remedy
ReplaceConsumer Contact
Britax toll-free at 888-427-4829 from 9 a.m. and 5:15 p.m. ET Monday through Thursday, or between 9 a.m. and 4:45 p.m. ET on Friday or via email at [email protected].Recall Comments
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