CPSC recall 09-015, announced October 16, 2008, covers Playkids Convertible Cribs (about 2,000 units). The sides of the convertible crib are made of a mesh that expands, creating a gap between the mattress and the side through which an infant can slip. Consumers should stop using the recalled convertible cribs immediately and contact Playkids USA to receive a full refund. Recall contact: call (917) 254-1667.
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Affected model numbers
This recall involves the Playkids U.S.A. convertible crib/playpen/bassinet/bed with model number PLK-909.
Which products are included?
This recall involves the Playkids U.S.A. convertible crib/playpen/bassinet/bed with model number PLK-909. "Playkids U.S.A." can be found on the packaging and on a label sewn into the side of the crib. The model number can be found on the packaging. The convertible cribs have a drop side rail, a stationary side rail, a canopy assembly, and a bassinet. The sides of the convertible crib, the mattress support, the bassinet, the canopy and the bedskirt are covered in fabric and mesh. The fabric and the mesh come in a variety of colors and patterns.
Confirm these details on the official CPSC noticeWhy it was recalled
The sides of the convertible crib are made of a mesh that expands, creating a gap between the mattress and the side through which an infant can slip. This poses suffocation and entrapment hazards for young children.
Incidents and injuries
CPSC is aware of the death of a 5-month-old child on August 31, 2008 in Brooklyn, N.Y. The child became entrapped between the mattress and the stationary side rail of the convertible crib and suffocated.
Official remedy
Consumers should stop using the recalled convertible cribs immediately and contact Playkids USA to receive a full refund.
Product and sales details
- Brand
- Playkids
- Product type
- Cribs & bassinets
- Recall number
- 09-015
- Units
- About 2,000
- Manufactured in
- China
- Sold at / sales period
- Juvenile product retailers in New York from March 2007 through September 2008 for about $100.
- Importer
- Playkids U.S.A. of Brooklyn, N.Y.
Convertible Cribs
CPSC product type: Cribs
Recall contact information
For additional information, consumers should contact Playkids USA collect at (917) 254-1667 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET, Monday through Friday.
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