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Baby Hammocks
The notice says to stop using it — see below for what to do.
What’s wrong
The hammock can flip over, posing a serious fall hazard and strangulation hazard to infants who become entrapped in the seat's restraint straps while upside down.
The Recall Registry rates this highest risk — Strangulation risk.
What it looks like
Photos help. Identifiers decide. Appearance can vary by color, finish or packaging. Confirm the model number, date code or other identifier in the official notice.
Recall image provided by CPSC
What to do
Consumers should immediately stop using the baby hammock and contact Nova Natural to receive a free replacement hammock. The firm has contacted all known purchasers of this product.
Who to contact: For additional information, contact Nova Natural toll-free at (877) 668-2111 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's Web site at www.novanatural.com
The product
The recalled baby hammock is a cream-colored canvas and hangs from a wooden pole. The hammock measures about 29 x 43 inches. It has three restraint straps with red buckles and is attached to a cushioned pad for the infant. A mounting fixture, also called a fixing set, is sold with the hammock. "La Siesta" is printed on a tag located below the restraint straps. Model number YABN-1 is printed on a white tag sewn into the hammock's side seam.
Details
- Units affected
- About 265 (Related recalls have been issued: #08-604 and #09-761)
- Recall date
- August 4, 2009
- Made or distributed by
- Nova Natural Toys & Crafts LLC, of Williston, Vt.
- Injuries reported
- None reported
- What has been reported
- No incidents have been reported.
Nova Natural online at www.novanatural.com from October 2007 through October 2008 for about $100.
The official notice
This recall was issued by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission. The Recall Registry summarises it — always confirm the details at the source.
Their exact wording: “Baby Hammocks Recalled by Nova Natural Toys & Crafts Due to Fall and Strangulation Hazards”
Worried about the other things in your house? You can write down what you have and be told if one is recalled — or, if you sell second-hand, check your whole stock at once.
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