Target Expands Recall of Child Booster Seats Following Additional Reports of Falls
This recall was issued June 15, 2011.
- Company
- Target, Of Minneapolis, Minn.
- Posted
- June 15, 2011
- Recall Number
- 11248
- Quantity
- About 375,000 (This recall was first announced in Aug. 2009)
- Official Source
- View on CPSC website ↗
Reason for Recall
The booster seat's restraint buckle can open unexpectedly, allowing a child to fall from the chair and be injured.
Action Taken
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled booster seats and return them to any Target store for a full refund.
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Incidents & Injuries
Target has received 10 additional reports of booster seat buckles opening unexpectedly, including three reports of bumps and/or bruises when a child fell forward out of the booster seat, hitting an object or the floor.
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