February 10, 2010 – Britax Recalls 15,000 Strollers

This is a voluntary recall of Britax’s Blink Umbrella Strollers, sold at various juvenile product and mass merchandise retailers nationwide in the U.S. (about 14,000) and Canada (about 900) and on the web from July 2009 through February 2010 for about $150. The reported hazard to the child is fingertip amputation and laceration when the consumer is unfolding/opening the stroller.

To verify the specific model numbers involved, go to www.recalls.gov and click on the link to this stroller recall.

No incidents or injuries have been reported.

Consumers should immediately stop using the above recalled strollers and contact Britax to receive free stroller hinge covers.

For more information, consumers can contact Britax toll-free at (888) 427-4829 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or visit the firm’s website at www.BlinkRecall.com.