CPSC2009-07-08
Kolcraft Recalls 1 Million Play Yards Due to Fall Hazard
Kolcraft Enterprises Inc. of Chicago, Ill.
Hazard
The play yard's side rail can fail to latch properly and when a child pushes against the rail it can unlatch unexpectedly, posing a fall hazard to children.
Remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using the play yard and contact Kolcraft for a free repair kit.
Sold at
Babies R Us, Walmart, Kmart, Sears, Target and other stores nationwide and Internet retailers from January 2000 through January 2009 for between $50 and $160.
Affected count
About 1 million
Injuries reported
The firm has received 347 reports of sides of the play yard collapsing unexpectedly, resulting in 21 injuries to young children, including bumps, scrapes, bruises and one concussion.
Manufactured in
China, Spain, Italy
Products
Kolcraft, Carter's, Sesame Street, Jeep, Contours, Care Bear and Eric Carle Play Yards
Consumer contact
For additional information, contact Kolcraft toll-free at (866) 594-4208 anytime or visit the firm's Web site at www.kolcraft.com
Official notice
https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2009/Kolcraft-Recalls-1-Million-Play-Yards-Due-to-Fall-HazardDon't want to check this manually?
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