The Recall Desk
HighCPSC·05595·Announced 2005-08-10

Kelty Recalls Speedster Deluxe and Deuce Jogging Strollers Due to Handle Defect

Kelty is recalling 349 Speedster Deluxe and Deuce jogging strollers because the handle can disconnect from the frame during use. No injuries have been reported.

What this means for you

Real risk of harm even if no illness or injury has been reported yet. Stop using the product and follow the agency's guidance.

Our severity reasoning: The recall involves a risk-of-harm product (jogging stroller) where the handle can disconnect, but the source explicitly states that no injuries have been reported, fitting the criteria for a High severity score.

Plain-English summary

Kelty Division of American Recreation Products Inc. is recalling approximately 349 units of the Speedster Deluxe and Speedster Deuce jogging strollers. The recall was initiated because the stroller handle can disconnect from the stroller frame during use. Kelty received two reports of the handle disconnecting, but no injuries have been reported.

The recalled single-seat Speedster Deluxe strollers have model number 20050116 and serial numbers S2000001D0504 through S2000500D0505 and S2000001D0505 through S2000100D0505. The recalled double-seat Speedster Deuce jogging strollers have model number 20050216 and serial numbers S3000001D0504 through S3000300D0504 and S3000001D0505 through S3000075D0505. These strollers feature an aluminum frame and a cloth seat with a sun canopy. The model name and number are listed on a tag inside the child's seat compartment, while the serial number is on a sticker on the rear frame.

The strollers were sold at juvenile baby product stores, sporting goods stores, and web retailers from May 2005 through June 2005 for between $335 and $41. Consumers should stop using these recalled strollers immediately and return them to the store where purchased for a refund. Known purchasers were sent direct mail notification, and all affected units in distribution have been located. Consumers can also contact Kelty at (800) 535-3589 Ext. 3335 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. MT Monday through Friday for a free daypack.

The recalled product

Product
Kelty Speedster Deluxe and Speedster Deuce Jogging Strollers
Manufacturer
Kelty Division of American Recreation Products Inc., of Boulder Colo.
Category
Consumer Product — Strollers
Hazard
Affected units
349

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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