CPSC2009-02-04
Dorel Juvenile Group Recalls Safety 1st Stair Gates Due to Fall Hazard
Dorel Juvenile Group USA, of Columbus, Ind.
Hazard
The hinges that hold the stair gate in place can break, posing a fall hazard to children if the gate is placed at the top of the stairs.
Remedy
Consumers should stop using the recalled gate and contact the company to obtain a free repair kit.
Sold at
Mass merchandise and juvenile product stores nationwide, including Babies R Us and Wal-Mart, from January 2005 through December 2007 for about $60.
Affected count
100000
Injuries reported
None reported.
Manufactured in
China
Products
Safety 1st SmartLight Stair Gates
Consumer contact
Consumers can call the toll-free number 1 (866) 690-2540 Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m EDT; complete an online order form on the Dorel Juvenile Group Web site at www.djgusa.com/safety_notice/ to obtain their free repair kit; email the company at Smartlightgate@djgusa.com, or send a fax to (800) 207-8182. Consumers should not return product to retail stores.
Official notice
https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2009/Dorel-Juvenile-Group-Recalls-Safety-1st-Stair-Gates-Due-to-Fall-HazardDon't want to check this manually?
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