Consumer Reports Finds Safety Risk with Two Strollers

In its most recent inspection of strollers, Consumer Reports magazine found that two models pose a potential strangulation risk to young children and urges consumers not to buy them.

The iCandy Cherry and Mutsy Evo have a removable grab bar that attaches above the legs of the child. It is a feature found on many strollers. However, in the “normal use” position in these two models, the opening between the grab bar and the seat surface may allow the child’s body to slip through while leaving the child’s head stuck under the grab bar, according to the consumer magazine.

The potential hazard is known as “submarining” and occurs only if a child is placed unharnessed in the stroller, which is in itself an unsafe practice.

Consumer Reports states that the latest statistics from the Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) show that there have been at least 10 deaths between 1995 and 2008 due to submarining in strollers. None of the deaths were specifically associated with the iCandy Cherry or Mutsy Evo.

When notified by the magazine of the potential safety danger posed by their products, company representatives acknowledged that their strollers do not meet the passive containment section of the ASTM International safety standard and indicated that their companies would work with the CPSC to take appropriate action.

If you or a loved one has been harmed by an unsafe childrens product, contact Sokolove Law for a free legal consultation and to find out if a product liability lawyer may be able to help you.

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