Action Baby Carriers (Optave) – fall hazard (2008)
Hazard assessment based on recall description.
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Check Your Product
According to the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC)
Product
Action Baby Carriers
Brand
Optave Inc., of Alpena, Mich.
Lot Codes / Batch Numbers
Not specified in CPSC notice. Check official source for details.
Product Images
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission
Optave Inc., of Alpena, Mich. is recalling Action Baby Carriers. The hazard is: The baby carrier's chest strap can detach from the shoulder straps, posing a fall hazard to the baby. Based on CPSC recall notice.
Summary derived from CPSC notice
The following details were not provided by CPSC: UPC codes.
Reason for Recall
As stated by CPSC
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."
Reported concern (CPSC)
The baby carrier's chest strap can detach from the shoulder straps, posing a fall hazard to the baby.
Recommended Action
Per CPSC guidance
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.
Verify this information on the official source
For complete details and official instructions, check the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) directly.
View official CPSC recall noticePage updated: Jan 6, 2026