Free remedy kit for Britax Viva and Nexus will be available from February 2010.
The free kit will be available for all Britax Viva and Nexus strollers – regardless of the manufacturing date. Britax and Viva buggies are recognizable through the product labeling on the side of the buggy.
Britax Recall to Repair Details:
- Recalled Product: Britax Viva and Britax Nexus Buggies / Strollers
- Hazard: Potential risk of injury if a finger or hand is placed in the folding mechanism when the buggy is opened or closed.
- Incidents/Injuries: No Injuries have been reported.
- Description: This recall involves Britax models Viva and Nexus printed on the side of the strollers.
- Remedy: Until consumers receive their remedy kit and install the hinge covers, Britax recommends that consumers take extra caution to be sure that the stroller is opened or closed in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions and ensure that fingers and hands are kept away from the stroller when doing so.
Although both the Viva and Nexus strollers meet the European safety regulations, Britax has decided to provide a precautionary remedy kit, offering its customers added protection and optimal safety.
About the Remedy Kit
The remedy kit contains two hinge covers, which easily fit over the left and right hand hinges on the sides of the stroller. The hinge covers have been specifically designed for the Viva and Nexus strollers to provide a secure fit and have been tested to verify their effectiveness. An instruction sheet in the remedy kit will provide specific instructions and visuals to aid in installing the hinge covers.
How do I order the Britax Remedy Kit?
Owners of the Viva and Nexus strollers who would like to order the free remedy kit should contact the Britax Child Safety, Customer Service Department at 01264 386034 or nexus@britax.com. Further details are also available at www.britax.co.uk
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