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Product recall · CPSCSeptember 17, 2008Highest risk
Simplicity Brand Drop Side Cribs
The notice says to stop using it — see below for what to do.
What’s wrong
Due to sizing problems with the crib's hardware, the drop side can come off the tracks. When the drop side detaches or partially detaches, it creates a hazardous gap, which can lead to infant entrapment and suffocation.
The Recall Registry rates this highest risk — Suffocation 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 recalled cribs and find an alternative, safe sleeping environment for their baby. Consumers should return the recalled crib to the place of purchase for a refund or store credit. SFCA Inc., of Reading, Pa. is working with retailers to carry out this recall program.
Who to contact: For additional information, contact: AAFES - (800) 866-3605 - www.AAFES.com, Babies "R" Us - (800) 869-7787 - www.babiesrus.com, Burlington Coat Factory/Baby Depot - www.babydepot.com, Meijer Distribution Inc. - (866) 280-8419 - www.meijer.com, Nebraska Furniture Mart - 800-359-1200 - www.nfm.com, Shopko - (800) 791-7333 - www.shopko.com, Target - (800) 440-0680 - www.target.com, Wal-Mart - (800) 925-6278 - www.walmart.
The product
This recall of Simplicity drop side cribs involves models that used a different style of hardware from those cribs recalled in September 2007. The recalled model numbers include: 8620, 8745, 8748, 8755, 8756, 8778, 8810, and 8994. The recalled drop side cribs have a date code, which can be found on a label on the headboard under the mattress support, which ends in 05DH, 05GB, 06DH, 06GB, 07DH or 07GB (examples: 1806 DH or 0507 GB). The recalled model names include: Aspen and Crib N Changer Combo, Gabrielle, Camille, Providence and Shenandoah. Only the brand name "Simplicity" can be seen on the label on the headboard.
Details
- Units affected
- About 600,000
- Recall date
- September 17, 2008
- Made or distributed by
- Simplicity Inc., of Reading, Pa. (The firm appears to no longer conduct day to day operations), Army & Air Force Exchange Service (AAFES), of of Dallas, Texas, Babies"R"Us, of Wayne, N.J.
- Injuries reported
- None reported
- What has been reported
- SFCA and CPSC are aware of nine incidents in which the drop side detached on cribs that are part of this recall. There have been no injuries.
Department stores, children's stores and mass merchandisers nationwide from January 2005 through August 2008 for between $150 and $300.
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: “Simplicity Brand Drop Side Cribs Recalled By Various Retailers Due To Serious Entrapment And Suffocation Hazard To Infants and Toddlers”
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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