Massive Maclaren stroller recall to be released on November 10

November 8, 6:19 PMAtlanta Green Parenting ExaminerNicole Mabry

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Maclaren strollers issuing a recall Tuesday, November 11.

Maclaren.com

Maclaren plans to recall 1 million strollers---all its production between 1999 and 2009---after receiving a dozen reports of hinges on the stroller that amputated children's fingertips. The company will send out a cover for the hinges to all owners.

The CPSC and Maclaren will issue a press release in the recall this Tuesday; Maclaren began notifying its dealers of the recall in the past couple of days.

Here is what parents should do until the recall is officiall:

• Stop using all Maclaren strollers.  EVERY model made since 1999 is included in the recall.

• When the recall goes public on Tuesday, order a hinge cover from Maclaren's web site or phone line. (Note: the web site is not live yet as of this writing).

• Do not use the stroller again until the hinge cover has been installed.