CPSC2010-04-29
Graco-Branded Drop Side Cribs Made by LaJobi Recalled Due to Entrapment and Suffocation Hazards
LaJobi Inc., of Cranbury, N.J.
Hazard
The drop side hardware can break or fail, allowing the drop side to detach from the crib. When the drop side detaches, a hazardous gap is created between the drop side and the crib mattress in which infants and toddlers can become wedged or entrapped, posing a risk of suffocation and strangulation. In addition, children can fall from the cribs when the drop side detaches or fails to lock.
Remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled cribs and contact LaJobi to receive a free hardware retrofit kit that will immobilize the drop side. CPSC urges parents and caregivers to find an alternative, safe sleeping environment for their baby.
Sold at
Children's product stores and other retailers nationwide from February 2007 to March 2010 for between $140 and $200.
Affected count
About 217,000
Injuries reported
CPSC and LaJobi have received a total of 99 reports of drop side incidents, including hardware breakage and drop side detachment. There were two incidents in which children became entrapped in the gap created by the detached drop side. Both children were freed by their caregivers. There were six reports of children falling due to drop side failure, including one report of a mild concussion.
Manufactured in
China, Vietnam
Products
Graco®-branded drop side cribs made by LaJobi
Consumer contact
For additional information, contact LaJobi toll-free at (888) 842-2215 anytime, or visit the firm's Web site at www.LaJobi.com
Official notice
https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2010/Graco-Branded-Drop-Side-Cribs-Made-by-LaJobi-Recalled-Due-to-Entrapment-and-Suffocation-HazardsDon't want to check this manually?
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