Moderate Recalled September 3, 2008 About 250 units Updated May 23, 2014

Optave Inc. Recalls Action Baby Carriers Due to Fall Hazard

Car seats & travelNewbornInfantToddler

The hazard

The baby carrier's chest strap can detach from the shoulder straps, posing a fall hazard to the baby.

Incidents reported: Optave Inc. has received two reports of the chest strap detaching from the shoulder straps on the baby carrier. No injuries have been reported.

What to do now

Consumers should immediately stop using the carrier in the positions that require the use of the chest strap and contact Optave to receive free replacement straps.

Contact: For additional information, contact Optave Inc. at toll-free (888) 666-6459 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday or visit the firm's Web site at www.actionbabycarriers.com

Product photos

Recalled Baby Carrier
Recalled Baby Carrier

Photos: U.S. CPSC

Full official description

The recalled carriers were sold under the "Action Baby Carrier" brand name. The carriers are sold in various colors and patterns: blue, brown, green, "so square", "the larrisa" and "spring breeze."