C&T International/Sorelle Recalls Cribs Due to Strangulation and Suffocation Hazards
Recall 10222 · May 6, 2010 · C&T International/Sorelle
170,000
units affected
170,000
units affected
Facts
- Recall number
- 10222
- Date
- May 6, 2010
- Company
- C&T International/Sorelle
- Units affected
- 170,000
- Product
- Drop-Side Cribs
- Product type
- Cribs
- Hazard
- Suffocation
The product
This recall involves C&T International, Sorelle and Golden Baby wood cribs. The full-size cribs were sold in natural, white and cherry finishes. The model number and/or model name is printed on a label affixed to the footboard or headboard under the Caution statement. The following cribs are recalled: Alessandra; Model Number 180 Alex 3 in 1; Model Number 910 Amelia; Model Number 185 Chelsea; Model Number 100 Federica; Model Number 170 Glenda/Toscana; Model Number 350 Hampton; Model Number 303 Jackie; Model Number 440 Jessica; Model Number 810 Lana; Model Number 240 Leonardo; Model Number 395 Marisa; Model Number 680 Martina; Model Number 135 Mirabella; Model Number 930 Nadia; Model Number 245 Natasha; Model Number 900 Nico; Model Number 630 Nina Pine; Model Number 710 Noelle; Model Number 999 Pagodina; Model Number 195 Rita; Model Number 490 - Manufactured between 2001 and October 2007 Rosa; Model Number 870 Rosemary; Model Number 925 Silver; Model Number 485
What can happen
The cribs' drop-side hardware can disengage from the tracks, causing the drop side to detach from the crib. When the drop-side partially detaches, it creates space between the drop side and the crib mattress. The bodies of infants and toddlers can become entrapped in the space, which can lead to strangulation and/or suffocation. Complete detachment of the drop sides can lead to falls from the crib. In addition, slats can detach from the sides of the cribs. Infants and toddlers can then become entrapped, strangle or fall out of the crib.
The fix
Consumers should contact C&T/Sorelle to receive a free replacement kit. For four of the older models of the cribs - the Hampton, Jackie, Nina and Rita models - the firm may be unable to supply a part to repair the crib and will, instead, provide consumers with a $100 voucher towards the purchase of another C&T product.
Incidents and where it was sold
- Incidents
- Six infants received bruises and abrasions to the head, face, torso or leg from becoming entrapped or falling after the drop side collapsed. An additional five infants who were entrapped or fell were found by their parents and were not injured.
- Sold at
- Children's product stores and other retailers nationwide from January 2000 through March 2010 for between $300 and $600.
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Questions and answers
What should I do with the recalled drop-side cribs?
Consumers should contact C&T/Sorelle to receive a free replacement kit. For four of the older models of the cribs - the Hampton, Jackie, Nina and Rita models - the firm may be unable to supply a part to repair the crib and will, instead, provide consumers with a $100 voucher towards the purchase of another C&T product.
What is the hazard?
The cribs' drop-side hardware can disengage from the tracks, causing the drop side to detach from the crib. When the drop-side partially detaches, it creates space between the drop side and the crib mattress. The bodies of infants and toddlers can become entrapped in the space, which can lead to strangulation and/or.
A recall means the maker found a safety problem and offers a free fix; it does not mean every unit has the problem. Units affected are as reported by the company. Popular models sell more and so have more recalls and complaints. Official public data; texts are shortened. Contact the company named above for the remedy.