A popular pram has been recalled and parents have been warned to stop 'immediately' with the use of the 'injury' to children.
The urgent warning was issued due to a problem with the parking brake of the £ 319 buggy, which can be dangerous for babies and toddlers pushed in.
The product safety and standards office said about the error: “This can lead to the unintended release of the brake during use, so that the pram is uncertainly parked and a risk of injury for the baby user is presented.”
Worrying added: 'Products with the affected serial number do not meet the requirements of the general regulations for product safety 2005.
'The affected products were removed from the market and recalled from end users.
“Owners of the Yoyo3 must stop using the product immediately and view the serial number that is marked at the bottom of the pram.”
The popular Yoyo3 children, sold in different colors, was made by the Norwegian company Stokke in China. The defective figure is 142aa followed by numbers under 0062239. Prams without 'AA' in their serial number is not influenced by the braking problem.
The same model was recalled in Australia in November for a braking error. The brand says on its website that it is 'recognized worldwide for the best solutions for children'.
A popular pram has been recalled and parents have been warned to stop 'immediately' with the use of the 'injury' to children. Shown: file photo
The popular Yoyo3 hiking truck (photo), sold in different colors, was made by the Norwegian company Stokke in China
Stokke's Yoyo3 Pram (photo) is advertised as 'Sturdy and super maneuverable' on the brand's website and is supplied with a three -year guarantee
The office for product safety and standards recommended, in his statement that remembers the product last week, what parents should do after stopping using the pram and noticing the serial number.
It stated: 'You must then gain access to the Stokke Recall Portal where you can enter your serial number in the checker and follow the steps to find the applicable remedy.
“If you have alternative questions or need advice about the next steps, visit the Stokke customer service site.”
Stokke's Yoyo3 Pram is described on the website of the company as 'Versatile and Ultra Compact', to be used for children six months old and older.
It is recommended as 'sturdy and super maneuverable' and comes with a three -year warranty.
It is sold in eight different colors – black, olive, aqua, stone, taupe, ginger, air france blue and toffee. The frame is supplied in black or white.
On his recall web page, Stokke said: 'It is our most important priority to guarantee the well -being and safety of the children and families that use our products.
'We recently identified a potential parking brake problem in certain Stokke Yoyo3 prams that can lead to an unintended release of the brake during use.
Owners of the defective pram were advised by the government to 'revise the serial number that is marked at the bottom of the pram'. The defective figure is 142aa followed by numbers under 0062239. Prams without 'AA' in their serial number are not influenced by the braking problem
'From an abundance of caution, we have initiated a recall of the affected Stokke Yoyo3.
“We sincerely apologize for some concern and discomfort. This issue can cause you.
'We understand how important it is to choose safe and reliable products for your child.
'That is why we are committed to the safety and well -being of every baby and the child who uses our products.
“We design and test our products rigorously to ensure that they meet or surpass all applicable international safety standards.”
Stokke is contacted for comment.
