CPSC2010-06-24
Simmons Recalls to Repair Drop-Side Cribs Due to Entrapment, Suffocation and Fall Hazards
Simmons Juvenile Products, of New London, Wis.
Hazard
The cribs' drop sides can malfunction, detach or otherwise fail, causing part of the drop side to fall out of position, creating a space into which an infant or toddler can roll and become wedged or entrapped, which can lead to strangulation or suffocation. A child can also fall out of the crib. Drop-side incidents can also occur due to incorrect assembly and with age-related wear and tear.
Remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled cribs and contact Simmons to request a free repair kit that will immobilize the drop side. Repair kits will be available in the next few weeks. In the meantime, find an alternate, safe sleep environment for the child, such as a bassinet, play yard or toddler bed depending on the child's age.
Sold at
Childrens product stores and other retailers nationwide and on-line from January 2002 through February 2007 for between $100 and $500.
Affected count
About 50,000
Injuries reported
CPSC has received 30 reports of drop sides that have malfunctioned or detached. Two children became entrapped between the drop side and the crib mattress but were freed without injury. Two other children fell out of their cribs when the drop side malfunctioned and one child sustained scratches due to the fall.
Manufactured in
United States, Indonesia, Croatia, Canada, China
Products
Simmons drop-side cribs
Consumer contact
Please visit the website, www.cribrecallcenter.com, which has pictures and instructions to help you easily identify and order the correct kit, or call (877) 342-3439 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. Monday through Friday.
Official notice
https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2010/Simmons-Recalls-to-Repair-Drop-Side-Cribs-Due-to-Entrapment-Suffocation-and-Fall-Hazards-Don't want to check this manually?
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