CPSC recall 01-154, announced May 17, 2001, covers Child Craft Industries Changing tables (about 4,300 units). Some changing table joints were not properly glued and can separate, presenting a fall hazard to babies. The notice cites 6 incident reports. Consumers should stop using the recalled changing tables immediately and call Child Craft to receive information on participating in this recall. Recall contact: call (877) 716-2757.
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One label is gold and reads in part "Child Craft Industries" and the other label is stamped in black ink and reads in part "FoppsPedretti, Made in Italy."
Which products are included?
The changing table is made of beech wood and comes in a variety of colors including white, honey oak, natural and cherry finishes. The table measures about 38 inches high by 35 inches wide by 20 inches deep. There are two labels on one of the rails of the changing table. One label is gold and reads in part "Child Craft Industries" and the other label is stamped in black ink and reads in part "FoppsPedretti, Made in Italy."
Confirm these details on the official CPSC noticeWhy it was recalled
Some changing table joints were not properly glued and can separate, presenting a fall hazard to babies.
Incidents and injuries
Child Craft has received six reports of the changing tables falling apart, including one report of a baby starting to fall from a collapsing table, when she was caught by her mother. No injuries have been reported.
Official remedy
Consumers should stop using the recalled changing tables immediately and call Child Craft to receive information on participating in this recall.
Product and sales details
- Product type
- Tables
- Recall number
- 01-154
- Units
- About 4,300
- Manufactured in
- Italy
- Sold at / sales period
- Department and specialty stores nationwide, including Sears and Burlington Coat Factory, sold the changing tables, from August 1998 through April 2001, for about $150.
- Importer
- Child Craft Industries, of Salem, Ind.
Changing tables
CPSC product type: Changing Tables
Recall contact information
Consumers may call Child Craft at (877) 716-2757 between 8:30 a.m. and 5:30 p.m. ET Monday through Friday.
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