Baby carriers sold on eBay recalled due to injury risk from inadequate support
Certain baby carriers sold on the eBay platform are recalled due to a safety issue that presents a risk of injuries. The carriers do not comply with safety standards and may allow the baby to slip out, potentially leading to falls and serious injuries.
- Product
- Baby carriers
- Sold on
- eBay
- What to do
- If you purchased one of these products, please discontinue use immediately. You may wish to contact the eBay seller to see if there are any remedies available to you.
A recall has been issued for specific baby carriers that were sold on the eBay platform. These carriers have been identified as presenting a safety risk because they do not meet the necessary safety standards. The issue arises from the carriers bending sideways or forwards while in use, which can lead to insufficient support for the baby. This lack of support raises the risk of the baby slipping out of the carrier and potentially falling, which could result in serious injuries.
The model number of the affected product is UK-A68101, but details regarding the brand, barcode, and batch number are not available. It is also unclear how many of these carriers were sold, but they may have reached customers in the Republic of Ireland due to their online availability.
Consumers who have purchased these baby carriers are advised to stop using them immediately. It is recommended to contact the seller on eBay to inquire about possible remedies, which can be done through the user's account on the platform.
From the official notice
Notice details Publication date: 27 July 2023 A safety issue has been identified with certain Baby carriers sold on the eBay platform. The product presents the risk of Injuries. The baby is being transported in a baby carrier that does not comply with the requirements of the relevant safety standards. The carrier bends sideways or forwards with the baby. Due to the insufficient attachment options…
Read the full notice at Competition & Consumer Protection Commission →
Frequently asked questions
Is Baby carriers being recalled in Ireland?
Yes. Certain baby carriers sold on the eBay platform are recalled due to a safety issue that presents a risk of injuries. The carriers do not comply with safety standards and may allow the baby to slip out, potentially leading to falls and serious injuries.
Why is Baby carriers being recalled?
The recall relates to a injury hazard. Certain baby carriers sold on the eBay platform are recalled due to a safety issue that presents a risk of injuries. The carriers do not comply with safety standards and may allow the baby to slip out, potentially leading to falls and serious injuries.
What should I do if I have this product?
If you purchased one of these products, please discontinue use immediately. You may wish to contact the eBay seller to see if there are any remedies available to you.
Where was Baby carriers sold?
It was sold via eBay.
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