Dutailier Group Recalls Drop-Side Cribs Due to Entrapment and Fall Hazards
Recall 12032 · Nov 2, 2011 · Dutailier Group
440
units affected
440
units affected
Facts
- Recall number
- 12032
- Date
- Nov 2, 2011
- Company
- Dutailier Group
- Units affected
- 440
- Product
- Drop-side cribs
- Product type
- Cribs
- Remedy
- Repair
- Hazard
- Suffocation
The product
This recall involves full-size drop-side wooden cribs with part numbers that begin with E1230C2, E3500C2, E3540C2, E5100C2, E5140C2, E5530C2, E9000C2 and E9100C2. The Dutailier logo and the part number can be found on labels on the inside of the end panels.
What can happen
The slats on the drop side can detach from the top and bottom rails creating a space between the slats. 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.
The fix
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled cribs and contact Dutailier Group to receive a free repair kit which consists of a new fixed side to replace the drop-side of the crib. In the meantime, parents are urged to find an alternate, safe sleeping environment for the child, such as a bassinet, play yard or toddler bed depending on the child's age.
Incidents and where it was sold
- Incidents
- The firm is aware of 16 reports in which the slats on the drop side became detached from the top or bottom of the drop side rails of a crib. No injuries have been reported.
- Sold at
- Children's products stores and other baby specialty stores from January 2009 through February 2010 for between $425 and $775.
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Questions and answers
What should I do with the recalled drop-side cribs?
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled cribs and contact Dutailier Group to receive a free repair kit which consists of a new fixed side to replace the drop-side of the crib. In the meantime, parents are urged to find an alternate, safe sleeping environment for the child, such as a bassinet, play yard or.
What is the hazard?
The slats on the drop side can detach from the top and bottom rails creating a space between the slats. 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.
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.