Perego Avanti Strollers Recall for Chin Laceration Hazard

Plain-English summary

Peg Perego U.S.A., Inc. is conducting a voluntary consumer repair program for its "Avanti" model strollers in cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission. The recall addresses a design flaw where a metal wire guide runs parallel to the stroller's arm rest, creating a one-inch gap. In at least 13 reported instances, an infant seated in the stroller placed their mouth over this wire guide, causing their chin to become caught in the space.

The hazard resulted in lacerations to the mouth and, in some cases, the loosening or loss of teeth. The affected strollers were sold nationwide for approximately $99. A total of 11,344 units were distributed by the firm between January 1, 1986, and December 15, 1986. Only strollers with wire guides and the name "Avanti" on the front bumper are affected by this program.

Consumers can obtain a free repair kit and installation instructions by calling Peg Perego toll-free at 1-800-824-4000 or by writing to Peg Perego, U.S.A., Inc. at 3625 Independence Drive, Fort Wayne, Indiana. The repair kit is designed to close the gap where children's chins have been caught without interfering with the stroller's reversible handle feature.

The recalled product

Product

Perego Avanti strollers

Manufacturer

Peg Perego

Category

Consumer Product — Strollers

Hazard

• laceration
• tooth-loss

Distribution

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