Simplicity Brand Drop Side Cribs recall 08-401

CPSC recall 08-401, announced September 17, 2008, covers Simplicity Brand Drop Side Cribs (about 600,000 units). Due to sizing problems with the crib's hardware, the drop side can come off the tracks. The notice cites 9 incident reports. Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled cribs and find an alternative, safe sleeping environment for their baby. Recall contact: call (800) 866-3605 or (800) 869-7787, or go to www.AAFES.com.

What to check on the product label

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.

Additional identifying details

The recalled drop side cribs have a date code, which can be found on a label on the headboard under the mattress support, which ends in 05DH, 05GB, 06DH, 06GB, 07DH or 07GB (examples: 1806 DH or 0507 GB).

Which products are included?

This recall of Simplicity drop side cribs involves models that used a different style of hardware from those cribs recalled in September 2007. The recalled model numbers include: 8620, 8745, 8748, 8755, 8756, 8778, 8810, and 8994. The recalled drop side cribs have a date code, which can be found on a label on the headboard under the mattress support, which ends in 05DH, 05GB, 06DH, 06GB, 07DH or 07GB (examples: 1806 DH or 0507 GB). The recalled model names include: Aspen and Crib N Changer Combo, Gabrielle, Camille, Providence and Shenandoah. Only the brand name "Simplicity" can be seen on the label on the headboard.

Confirm these details on the official CPSC notice

Why it was recalled

Due to sizing problems with the crib's hardware, the drop side can come off the tracks. When the drop side detaches or partially detaches, it creates a hazardous gap, which can lead to infant entrapment and suffocation.

Incidents and injuries

SFCA and CPSC are aware of nine incidents in which the drop side detached on cribs that are part of this recall. There have been no injuries.

Official remedy

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled cribs and find an alternative, safe sleeping environment for their baby. Consumers should return the recalled crib to the place of purchase for a refund or store credit. SFCA Inc., of Reading, Pa. is working with retailers to carry out this recall program.

Product and sales details

Brand: Simplicity
Product type: Cribs & bassinets
Recall number: 08-401
Units: About 600,000
Manufactured in: China
Sold at / sales period: Department stores, children's stores and mass merchandisers nationwide from January 2005 through August 2008 for between $150 and $300.
Distributor: Simplicity Inc., of Reading, Pa. (The firm appears to no longer conduct day to day operations), Army & Air Force Exchange Service (AAFES), of of Dallas, Texas, Babies"R"Us, of Wayne, N.J., Burlington Coat Factory/Baby Depot, of Burlington, N.J., K's Merchandise (out of business), Meijer Distribution Inc., of Grand Rapids, Mich., Nebraska Furniture Mart, of Omaha, Neb., ShopKo, of Green Bay, Wis., Target, of Minneapolis, Minn., Wal-Mart Stores Inc, of Bentonville, Ark.