CPSC recall 09-181, announced April 2, 2009, covers Suntech Enterprises SunKids Convertible Cribs (about 1,900 units). The sides of the crib are made of mesh that expands, creating a gap between the side and the crib's mattress if it's not zipped into place, or a gap between the side and an added mattress. Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled convertible cribs and return them to the store where purchased for a full refund. Recall contact: call (888) 268-8139.
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Affected model numbers
The recall involves the SunKids convertible crib/playpen/bassinet/bed with model number PY256.
Which products are included?
The recall involves the SunKids convertible crib/playpen/bassinet/bed with model number PY256. "SunKids" is embroidered on the bottom left of the crib's drop side. The convertible cribs have a drop side rail, stationary side rail, canopy assembly, and bassinet. The sides of the convertible crib are fabric and mesh. The mattress support, bassinet, canopy, and bed skirt are covered in fabric. The fabric and the mesh were sold in navy blue, light blue, pink, beige, white, beige checker, and pink heart.
Confirm these details on the official CPSC noticeWhy it was recalled
The sides of the crib are made of mesh that expands, creating a gap between the side and the crib's mattress if it's not zipped into place, or a gap between the side and an added mattress. A young child can slip into this gap and become entrapped or suffocate. Also, the crib's drop side can fail to fully latch posing a fall hazard to young children.
Incidents and injuries
None reported with this crib. However, CPSC is aware of the death of a 5-month-old child in August 2008 involving another company's nearly identical crib that was recalled. The child became entrapped between the mattress and the mesh side and suffocated.
Official remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled convertible cribs and return them to the store where purchased for a full refund.
Product and sales details
- Brand
- Suntech Enterprises
- Product type
- Cribs & bassinets
- Recall number
- 09-181
- Units
- About 1,900
- Manufactured in
- China
- Sold at / sales period
- Small juvenile product retailers in N.Y., N.J., and Calif. from January 2007 through October 2008 for about $100.
- Importer
- Suntech Enterprises Inc., of City of Commerce, Calif.
SunKids Convertible Cribs
CPSC product type: Cribs
Recall contact information
For additional information, contact Suntech Enterprises toll-free at (888) 268-8139 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. PT Monday through Friday.
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