CPSC recall 10-277, announced June 24, 2010, covers Drop-Side cribs (about 156,000 units). The cribs' drop sides can malfunction, detach or otherwise fail, causing part of the drop side to fall out of position, creating a space into which an infant or toddler can roll and become wedged or entrapped, which can lead to strangulation or suffocation. The notice cites 43 incident reports. Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled cribs and contact Million Dollar Baby for a free repair kit that will immobilize the drop side. Recall contact: call (888) 673-6488, or go to www.themdbfamily.com/safety.
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The following full-sized Million Dollar Baby ("MDB"), Da Vinci and Baby Mod brand cribs with drop-sides are involved in the recall:: Alexandria 4191 M4191 MDB / Da Vinci Alpha 591 M0591 Bailey 5201 Caleb 1701 Jenny Lind 371 391 M0391 Lauren 5691 4491 4001 Naomi 4291 Oxford 2191 Pine Canopy 3991 Sleigh 2991 Twinkle 2301 Hidden hardware Anastasia 4801 Annabelle 5901 5941 Kendall W5921 Kirsten W5941 Leonardo 3101 Michelangelo 3401 Robin 6001 Roxanne W5941 Roxanne 5921 Serena W4801 The name "Million Dollar Baby," "Da Vinci" or "Baby Mod," along with the company logo and the crib's serial number are printed on a label on the crib's headboard.
Why it was recalled
The cribs' drop sides can malfunction, detach or otherwise fail, causing part of the drop side to fall out of position, creating a space into which an infant or toddler can roll and become wedged or entrapped, which can lead to strangulation or suffocation. A child can also fall out of the crib. Drop-side incidents can also occur due to incorrect assembly and with age-related wear and tear.
Incidents and injuries
CPSC and Million Dollar Baby have received 43 reports of drop-side failures. There were eight reports of children being entrapped between the mattress and drop-side resulting in three reports of bruises to the head or upper body. Additionally, three children fell out of the crib when the drop-side failed but they were not injured.
Official remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled cribs and contact Million Dollar Baby for a free repair kit that will immobilize the drop side. In the meantime, find an alternate, safe sleeping environment for the child, such as a bassinet, play yard or toddler bed depending on the child's age
Product and sales details
- Brand
- Bexco Enterprises, Inc., d.b.a. Million Dollar Baby
- Product type
- Cribs & bassinets
- Recall number
- 10-277
- Units
- About 156,000
- Manufactured in
- Taiwan, China
- Sold at / sales period
- Children's product stores and other retailers nationwide from January 2000 through March 2010 for between $100 and $330.
- Distributor
- Bexco Enterprises, Inc., d.b.a. Million Dollar Baby of Montebello, Calif.
Drop-Side cribs
CPSC product type: Cribs
Recall contact information
For additional information, contact Million Dollar Baby toll-free at (888) 673-6488 anytime, or visit the firm's website at www.themdbfamily.com/safety
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