Todson Recalls Bicycle Child Carrier Seats Due to Laceration and Fingertip Amputation Hazards
Recall at a glance
- Recall number
- 12-143 (CPSC)
- Recall date
- April 5, 2012
- Brand
- Todson
- Category
- Baby and nursery
- Products
- Topeak Babyseat™ II Bicycle Carrier Seats
- Hazard
- Laceration and Fingertip Amputation Hazards
- Hazard type
- Laceration and cuts
- Remedy
- Repair
- Units
- About 40,000
- Made in
- Taiwan
- Last updated by CPSC
- April 21, 2016
What was recalled
This recall involves Topeak Babyseat II bicycle carrier seats with model numbers TCS2100, TCS2101 and TCS2102. Model numbers are printed on the product's packaging. The gray, plastic Babyseats were sold in three styles: Babyseat, Babyseat with disc brake compatible rack and Babyseat with non-disc brake compatible rack. The racks are used to mount the seat to the bicycle. "Topeak" is embossed on the back of the seat and is also printed on a black foam protector that covers the grab bar. A red locking lever on the side of the blue grab bar locks the bar into place.
Is my product affected?
Compare your product with the details below, including model numbers where listed.
- Topeak Babyseat™ II Bicycle Carrier Seats · About 40,000 units
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Where it was sold
Companies named in the notice: J&B Imports, REI, Action and Hawley, independent bicycle dealers, distributors and other retail stores nationwide and online at REI.com from January 2009 through April 2012 for between $140 and $180.; Todson Inc., of North Attleboro, Mass..
Injuries or incidents reported
The firm has received two reports of incidents including near amputations that resulted in stitches and a crushed finger.
Consumer contact
For additional information, contact Todson at (800) 250-3068 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's website at www.todson.com
Recall history and context
Todson appears in 4 CPSC recalls on record. See all Todson recalls.
Since 2019 CPSC has recorded 238 recalls in the baby and nursery category, 59 recalls of them in the past 12 months.
Frequently asked questions
What was recalled?
Topeak Babyseat™ II Bicycle Carrier Seats (About 40,000 units). This recall involves Topeak Babyseat II bicycle carrier seats with model numbers TCS2100, TCS2101 and TCS2102.
Why was it recalled?
CPSC lists the reason as: Laceration and Fingertip Amputation Hazards.
What should I do if I own one?
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled carrier seats and contact Todson to receive a free hinge cover retrofit kit.
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Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission recall data, shown as published and last updated by CPSC on April 21, 2016. Details can change; the official notice is the authority. If your product may be recalled, stop and read the notice before deciding what to do. Terms and disclaimer.