CPSC recall 12247
Bumbo Baby Seats
- CPSC
- unknown
- Published 2015-03-11
On 2015-03-11 the CPSC announced a recall of Bumbo Baby Seats by Bumbo International Trust, citing babies can maneuver out of or fall from the Bumbo seat, posing a risk of serious injuries.
| Agency | CPSC |
|---|---|
| Recall number | 12247 |
| Classification | Not classified |
| Status | unknown |
| Initiated | 2012-08-15 |
| Published | 2015-03-11 |
| Last updated | 2026-09-13 11:58 UTC |
| Company | Bumbo International Trust |
| Distribution | US |
Product
Bumbo Baby Seats | The bottom of the Bumbo seat is round and flat with a diameter of about 15 inches. It is constructed of a single piece of molded foam and comes in various colors. The seat has leg holes and the seat back wraps completely around the child. On the front of the seat in raised lettering is the word "Bumbo" with the image of an elephant on top. The bottom of the seat has the following words: "Manufactured by Bumbo South Africa Material: Polyurethane World Patent No. PCT: ZA/1999/00030." The back of the seat has several warnings and seats manufactured since 2008 have an additional label on the front of the seat warning against use on raised surfaces.
Reason
Babies can maneuver out of or fall from the Bumbo seat, posing a risk of serious injuries.
Status history
No status changes recorded since RecallRadar first saw this recall on 2026-09-13 11:58 UTC. Current status: unknown.
Source
Official record: https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2012/Baby-Seats-Recalled-for-Repair-by-Bumbo-International-Due-to-Fall-Hazard
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