Regal Lager Recall to Repair “Baby Björn” Infant Carriers
September 14, 2004
Regal Lager Announces Recall to Repair “Baby Björn” Infant Carriers
Name of product: Baby Björn Baby Carrier Active
Units: About 49,000
Manufacturer: Regal Lager Inc., of Kennesaw, Ga.
Hazard: The back support buckle can detach from the shoulder straps,
posing a fall hazard to the baby.
Description: The recalled infant carriers were sold under brand name
“Baby Björn” which is printed on the front of the carriers and on the
black molded plastic back support buckle. Model number 1-260 is printed
on the care label on the strap of the carrier. The carriers are made of
a cotton polyester blend fabric in black with red piping and blue with
white piping. “Baby Carrier Active” is written on the packaging and
above the warning label on the carrier.
Sold at: Specialty retail stores, catalogs and internet sites from
September 2003 through August 15, 2004 for about $120.
Manufactured in: Sweden
Remedy: Consumers should stop using the carrier immediately and contact
Regal Lager for instructions on returning the carriers for repair.
Consumer Contact: Consumers should contact Regal Lager Inc. at (877) 962-8400 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday or visit the
firm’s Web site at www.regallager.com.