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Product recall · CPSCOctober 22, 2010Highest risk
Victory Land Group to Repair Drop-Side Cribs Sold Exclusively at Kmart
The notice says to stop using it — see below for what to do.
What’s wrong
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.
The Recall Registry rates this highest risk — Suffocation risk.
What it looks like
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What to do
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.
Who to contact: CPSC's Consumer Hotline at 800-638-2772
The product
This recall involves Heritage Collection 3-in-1 drop-side cribs with Kmart model numbers 07-1248 and 07-1252. They were sold in natural and white colors. A label with Kmart and the model number can be found on the inner side of the crib's headboard or footboard on the bottom rail. The 3-in-1 infant cribs can also be converted into a toddler bed and a double bed.
Details
- Units affected
- About 34,000
- Recall date
- October 22, 2010
- Brand
- Victory Land Group Inc., of Bartlett, Ill.
- Injuries reported
- Yes
- What has been 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.
07-1248
Kmart stores nationwide from February 2007 through October 2008 for about $130.
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: “Victory Land Group Recalls to Repair Drop-Side Cribs Sold Exclusively at Kmart Due to Entrapment, Suffocation and Fall 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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