Bumbo Recall

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    • Product name: Bumbo “Baby Sitter” Seats
    • Manufacturer: Bumbo International
    • Manufactured in South Africa
    • Recommended for babies between 2 and 14 months
    • Should never be placed on any elevated surface
    • 28 reports of young children falling
    • 3 skull fractures reported
      • Phone
      :
      (877) 932-8626
    • Sold by: Wal-Mart, Sears, Toys R Us, USA Babies
    • Product Price: $40
  • On October 25, 2007, nearly one million Bumbo Child Seats were recalled due to safety concerns. According to the Consumer Product Safety Commission, "if the seat is placed on a table, countertop, chair, or other elevated surface, young children can arch their backs, flip out of the Bumbo seat, and fall onto the floor, posing a risk of serious head injuries."CPSC: News from CPSC(October 25, 2007)
  • Plot Summary

    Bumbo suggested that consumers contact the company to obtain warning label stickers that state: "WARNING -- Prevent Falls; Never use on any elevated surface." Bumbo also encouraged consumers to only use the seat at ground level.CPSC: News from CPSC(October 25, 2007)

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