CPSC2010-10-22
Victory Land Group Recalls to Repair Drop-Side Cribs Sold Exclusively at Kmart Due to Entrapment, Suffocation and Fall Hazards
Victory Land Group Inc., of Bartlett, Ill.
Hazard
The crib's drop-side rail can malfunction, detach or otherwise fail, causing part of the drop-side to detach from the crib. When the drop-side rail partially detaches, it creates a space between the drop side and the crib mattress. An infant or toddler's body can become entrapped in the space, which can lead to strangulation and/or suffocation. A child can also fall out of the crib. Drop-side incidents can also occur due to age-related wear and tear.
Remedy
The firm is no longer in business. Consumers should immediately stop using the cribs, disable or destroy and discard them. Repair kits are no longer available.
Sold at
Kmart stores nationwide from February 2007 through October 2008 for about $130.
Affected count
About 34,000
Injuries reported
CPSC and Victory Land Group have received 17 reports of incidents involving drop-side rail detachments from the cribs. Three infants received bruises and abrasions to the neck, back and legs after becoming entrapped when the drop-side detached.
Manufactured in
Vietnam
Remedy type
Dispose
Products
Heritage Collection 3-in-1 drop-side cribs
Consumer contact
CPSC's Consumer Hotline at 800-638-2772
Official notice
https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2010/Victory-Land-Group-Recalls-to-Repair-Drop-Side-Cribs-Sold-Exclusively-at-Kmart-Due-toDon't want to check this manually?
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