CPSC2003-02-27
CPSC, The First Years® Inc. Announce New Safety Instructions to Prevent Injuries for Combo Baby Tubs/Step Stools
The First Years Inc., of Avon, Mass.
Hazard
When used as a tub, babies' body parts can be pinched if the product's footrest is not fully extended, so that it clicks into place firmly.
Remedy
Consumers should not use the bathtub until they receive revised instructions on the use of the tub to prevent the pinching hazard. Consumers should contact The First Years to receive free revised instructions and a warning label to attach to the product.
Sold at
Mass merchants nationwide sold these bathtub/stools, between January 1999 and February 2002, for about $17.
Affected count
120,000
Injuries reported
CPSC and The First Years have received 20 reports of babies being pinched while using these tubs, including one bruising of a baby boy's genitalia and 10 reports of abrasions to toes and feet. This recall to replace the stools' instructions is being conducted to prevent further incidents.
Products
"2-In-1 Fold-Away Tub and Step Stools"
Consumer contact
Consumers may contact The First Years at (800) 533-6708 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday. Consumers can also visit the firm's website at www.thefirstyears.com
Official notice
https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2003/CPSC-The-First-Years-Inc-Announce-New-Safety-Instructions-to-Prevent-Injuries-for-Combo-Baby-TubsStep-Stools-Don't want to check this manually?
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