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  Approximately 1 million strollers sold by Target and Babies R Us were recalled this month.  British stroller maker, McClaren and the Consumer Product Safety Commission issued the recall after twelve reports of amputation surfaced.

 A hinge mechanism is at the root of the problem.  The risk happens when a child’s finger is placed in the side hinge of a stroller while it unfolds. Upon opening, the stroller locks into place, and it can then cut off the tip of a child’s finger.

 Under federal law, companies are required to alert the CPSC if they find information about the safety of their products, according to the commission’s Web site. The commission can hold companies responsible for not following through on this action. The recall includes all Maclaren umbrella strollers sold in the U.S.

The recalled strollers include 11 different models, details of which can be found at the company website www.maclaren.us/recall or by calling  (877) 688-2326.