CPSC recall 07-205, announced June 6, 2007, covers Simplicity Nursery-in-a-Box Cribs (about 40,000 units). The assembly instructions provided with the cribs incorrectly instruct consumers how to attach the crib's drop side. Consumers should immediately check the crib to make sure the drop side is securely fastened and correctly installed. Recall contact: call 800-638-2772.
Compare the model on your label, then check any serial numbers, date codes, and exclusions in the notice. A model match alone does not confirm that your unit is included.
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.
"Simplicity," model and serial numbers are also printed on a label on the bottom rail of the headboard.
Which products are included?
The recalled cribs are part of the Nursery-in-a-Box furniture set which also includes a changing table and clothing organizer. The cribs are cherry, white or natural in color. Only model numbers 8910 and 8050 with serial numbers 3005 HY through 0806 HY are included in this recall. The model and serial numbers are printed on an envelope permanently attached to the mattress support. "Simplicity," model and serial numbers are also printed on a label on the bottom rail of the headboard.
Confirm these details on the official CPSC noticeWhy it was recalled
The assembly instructions provided with the cribs incorrectly instruct consumers how to attach the crib's drop side. If improperly installed, the drop side can disengage from the crib, posing fall and entrapment hazards for the child. Additionally, the metal locking pins on the drop side can pop off, presenting a choking hazard.
Incidents and injuries
CPSC is aware of an incident in which the crib's drop side, which was installed upside down, fell from its upright position and the metal locking pins became dislodged. Simplicity received a report of wrong instructions being packaged with the crib.
Official remedy
Consumers should immediately check the crib to make sure the drop side is securely fastened and correctly installed. Contact Simplicity to receive correct assembly instructions, or consumers can download the assembly instructions at the firm's Web site, www.simplicityforchildren.com. Consumers can view a video on the firm's Web site showing the proper assembly of the drop side. If the drop side is not properly installed, consumers should stop using the crib until it is assembled correctly.
Product and sales details
- Brand
- Simplicity
- Manufacturer
- Simplicity Inc., of Reading, Pa.
- Product type
- Cribs & bassinets
- Recall number
- 07-205
- Units
- About 40,000
- Manufactured in
- China
- Sold at / sales period
- Department stores and children's product stores from August 2005 through May 2007 for about $200.
Nursery-in-a-Box Cribs
CPSC product type: Cribs
Recall contact information
The firm is out of business. Call the CPSC hotline at 800-638-2772.
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