CPSC recall 02-149, announced April 25, 2002, covers Vermont Precision Woodworks cribs (about 990 units). The slats on the cribs can loosen and detach from the drop side rail, creating a large opening between the slats, where a child's head or neck could become entrapped, resulting in serious injury or death. The notice cites 21 incident reports. Consumers should immediately stop using these recalled cribs until the repair has been performed. Recall contact: call (866) 869-7974, or go to www.vermontprecisionwoodworks.com.
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The CPSC data does not provide a discrete model-number list for this record. Compare the product description and identification details on the official notice.
A label on the bottom of the cribs reads, "Vermont Precision Woodworks." The manufacturing date and model name is also printed on the label.
Which products are included?
The recalled cribs include models, 7010 Alpine, 7020 Caspian, 7030 Coventry, 7040 Dunmore and 7070 Haystack. The full-size cribs are solid maple and are available in five finishes, natural, colonial, white, cherry, and cinnamon. A label on the bottom of the cribs reads, "Vermont Precision Woodworks." The manufacturing date and model name is also printed on the label. The cribs were made in the USA. The ASTM voluntary standard for full-size baby cribs includes tests for structural integrity of crib components. CPSC staff found that the recalled side rails failed the ASTM voluntary standard test. Vermont Woodworks revised the assembly procedure for the replacement rails to comply with the ASTM standard.
Confirm these details on the official CPSC noticeWhy it was recalled
The slats on the cribs can loosen and detach from the drop side rail, creating a large opening between the slats, where a child's head or neck could become entrapped, resulting in serious injury or death.
Incidents and injuries
Vermont Precision Woodworks has received 21 reports of slats detaching. No injuries have been reported.
Official remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using these recalled cribs until the repair has been performed. Vermont Precision Woodworks is providing consumers with replacement drop side rails.
Product and sales details
- Brand
- Vermont Precision Woodworks
- Manufacturer
- Vermont Precision Woodworks, of Morrisville, Vt.
- Product type
- Cribs & bassinets
- Recall number
- 02-149
- Units
- About 990
- Manufactured in
- United States
- Sold at / sales period
- Juvenile product and furniture stores sold the cribs nationwide, from January 2000 through March 2002, for between $500 and $800.
Vermont Precision Woodworks cribs
CPSC product type: Cribs
Recall contact information
Consumers can contact Vermont Precision Woodworks toll-free at (866) 869-7974 anytime or visit the firm's website at www.vermontprecisionwoodworks.com
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