CPSC2001-10-10
CPSC, Dorel Juvenile Group Announce Recall of Cosco Playpens
Cosco Inc., of Columbus, Ind.
Hazard
The plastic tabs on the playpen that lock the rails into the corners can break or loosen over time, allowing the rails to turn inward, collapse and entrap an infant.
Remedy
Consumers should stop using these playpens immediately and call Dorel Juvenile Group to receive a refund or replacement product.
Sold at
Department, Toy and juvenile specialty stores nationwide sold the "Zip n Go" and "Carters" playpens. JC Penney stores nationwide sold the "Okie Dokie" brand playpens exclusively. The playpens were sold from May 1995 through December 1999 for between $40 and $70.
Affected count
About 102,000
Injuries reported
In June 2001, an 11-month-old baby in Elyria, Ohio, died when his chest was caught in the V-shape created by the collapsed sides of his playpen. Dorel Juvenile Group has received 421 reports of rails not locking or collapsing.
Manufactured in
China
Products
Cosco "Zip n Go," "Okie Dokie," and "Carters" playpens
Consumer contact
Consumers can contact Dorel at (800) 314-9327 between 8 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's website at www.djgusa.com
Official notice
https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2002/CPSC-Dorel-Juvenile-Group-Announce-Recall-of-Cosco-PlaypensDon't want to check this manually?
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