Graco Carrier Swings Recalled to Prevent Infant Falls

Plain-English summary

Graco Children's Products, Inc. is voluntarily announcing a retrofit program for Graco Carrier Swings and Convert-a-Cradle Swings manufactured between November 1991 and October 1992. Approximately 208,000 units were distributed nationwide. These swings feature detachable carrier seats with a three-position handle to control the recline angle.

The recall addresses a safety issue where infants could push themselves up and over the back of the seat in the fully reclined position. This has resulted in five infants falling backward onto the floor and one infant being found unconscious suspended upside down. No permanent injuries resulted from these incidents.

Consumers should immediately check if their swing's carrier seat handle adjusts to three positions. If it does, they should call 1-800-345-4109 to request a free retrofit kit that disables the fully recline position. Until the retrofit is installed, consumers must not use the fully reclined position while the seat is attached to the swing. Swings with carrier seats that only have two positions do not require the retrofit.

The recalled product

Product

Convert-a-Cradle Swings

Manufacturer

Graco

Category

Consumer Product — Baby Swings

Hazard

• fall
• loss-of-consciousness
• restricted-breathing

Distribution

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