Liberty Mountain Recalls VAUDE Kenta Child Carriers Due to Fall Hazard
Kenta and Kenta Plus child carriers
Date of Recall
2012-07-31CPSC Release Number
12-237Manufactured In
GermanyCompany Phone Number
(800) 366-2666Units
About 300 in the United States and 100 in CanadaManufacturer
VAUDE Sport GmbH & Company KG, of GermanyImporter
Liberty Mountain, of Salt Lake City, UtahSold By
Outdoor camping and climbing stores nationwide from January 2010 through May 2012 for about $150 for the Kenta and $170 for the Kenta Plus models.Problem/Hazard
The side strap's seam can unravel and cause the strap to separate, posing a fall hazard to the child in the carrier.Injuries/Incidents
VAUDE has received two reports of the side strap separating. No injuries have been reported.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.Remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled child carriers and return the product to an authorized VAUDE dealer for a replacement. Consumers can contact Liberty Mountain to locate an authorized VAUDE dealer.Consumer Contact
For additional information, contact Liberty Mountain at (800) 366-2666 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. MT Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's websites at www.vaude.com or www.libertymountain.comRecall Comments
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