CPSC recall 09-098, announced January 15, 2009, covers Rainforest™ Portable Play Yards manufactured by Simplicity Inc. and SFCA Inc. (about 200,000 units). One or more rails can collapse unexpectedly, posing a fall or entrapment hazard to young children. The notice cites 1,350 incident reports and 5 injuries. Consumers should stop using the play yards immediately. Recall contact: call (800) 432-5437, or go to www.service.mattel.com.
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 model number is located on a sticker on one of the legs underneath the play yard.
Which products are included?
The recalled play yards are portable and were sold with a bassinet, changing table, and mobile features. The products have a Rainforest™ patterned fabric, Rainforest themed artwork and bear the "Fisher-Price" logo. The Simplicity Inc. model numbers are 5310 RNF, 5310RNFC, 5310RNFT and 5310RNFW. The model number is located on a sticker on one of the legs underneath the play yard.
Confirm these details on the official CPSC noticeWhy it was recalled
One or more rails can collapse unexpectedly, posing a fall or entrapment hazard to young children.
Incidents and injuries
Due to Simplicity Inc. and SFCA Inc. being unresponsive to consumers via their Hotline and Web site, a significant number of complaints were recently reported. There have been at least 1,350 reports of one or more rails collapsing. There were numerous reports of children receiving bumps and bruises when the side rail collapsed. There were five reports of injuries which included a broken nose, a broken wrist, a mild concussion, a cut to the hand which required stitches, and a chipped tooth.
Official remedy
Consumers should stop using the play yards immediately. Although it did not manufacture or sell the play yards, Fisher-Price has voluntarily agreed to assist consumers who own the products. Consumers who own one of the recalled play yards with the Fisher-Price logo should contact Fisher-Price to obtain assistance to replace their play yards.
Product and sales details
- Brand
- Simplicity
- Manufacturer
- Simplicity Inc., of Reading, Pa. (The firm is out of business), SFCA Inc., of Reading, Pa. (The firm is out of business)
- Recall number
- 09-098
- Units
- About 200,000
- Manufactured in
- China
- Sold at / sales period
- Retailers and specialty children's stores nationwide from January 2007 through January 2009 for about $100.
Rainforest™ Portable Play Yards manufactured by Simplicity Inc. and SFCA Inc.
CPSC product type: Play Yards
Recall contact information
For additional information, contact Fisher-Price at (800) 432-5437 anytime or visit the Web site at http://www.service.mattel.com
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