The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission and Health Canada, in cooperation with Britax Child Safety, Inc. of Charlotte, N.C., has recalled about 20,000 of its B-Nimble Strollers because the brake pedal may not fully engage. An audible click may be heard when the brake pedal is pressed, even though the brake is not fully engaged, giving the false impression that the brake is working when it is not. As a result, the stroller can move unexpectedly, posing a risk of injury to the child occupant.

This recall involves B-Nimble umbrella strollers manufactured on or after August 1, 2010. Strollers included in the recall have model numbers U311771, U311773, U311775 and U311780. The date of manufacture labels and model numbers can be found on the lower frame/tube on either the left or the right side. The strollers were sold in a variety of colors including black and silver, Cowmooflage (black and white), green and red.

Britax has received seven reports of the brake not being fully engaged, but no reports of injuries.

The strollers were sold at juvenile product and mass merchandise stores nationwide and online retailers between September 2010 and June 2011 for about $200.

Consumers should immediately stop using their strollers and contact Britax for information and to request an improved replacement stroller. Consumers who resume use of their strollers while awaiting the replacement should always ensure that the brake is fully engaged.

For additional information, contact Britax toll-free at (888) 427-4829 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday and, or visit the firm’s website at www.britaxusa.com.