CPSC recall 11-018, announced October 22, 2010, covers Ethan Allen Drop-Side Cribs (about 3,250 units). The crib's drop-side rail hardware can malfunction, detach or otherwise fail, causing part of the drop side rail to detach from the crib. The notice cites 5 incident reports. Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled drop-side cribs and contact any Ethan Allen store to receive a free repair kit that will immobilize the drop-side rail. Recall contact: call (888) 339-9398, or go to www.ethanallen.com.
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"Ethan Allen" and the item number are printed on a label on the crib's headboard or footboard.
Which products are included?
This recall involves Ethan Allen brand cribs with item numbers 14-5650, 15-5650, 16-5650, 26-5650, 35-5622, 36-5620, 36-5622 and 38-5622. "Ethan Allen" and the item number are printed on a label on the crib's headboard or footboard. The cribs were sold in a variety of colors.
Confirm these details on the official CPSC noticeWhy it was recalled
The crib's drop-side rail hardware can malfunction, detach or otherwise fail, causing part of the drop side rail to detach from the crib. When the drop-side rail partially detaches, it creates a space between the drop side and the crib mattress. An infant or toddler's body can become entrapped in the space, which can lead to strangulation and/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
Ethan Allen has received five reports of incidents involving the crib's drop-side detaching, resulting in bumps and bruises to three children. One child became entrapped and two children fell out of the crib after the drop side detached, one child received a pinched hand and one child received an unspecified injury.
Official remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled drop-side cribs and contact any Ethan Allen store to receive a free repair kit that will immobilize the drop-side rail. In the meantime, parents are urged to 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
- Ethan Allen
- Manufacturer
- Ethan Allen, of Danbury, Conn.
- Product type
- Cribs & bassinets
- Recall number
- 11-018
- Units
- About 3,250
- Manufactured in
- United States, China
- Sold at / sales period
- Ethan Allen stores from January 2002 through December 2008 for between $550 and $900.
Drop-Side Cribs
CPSC product type: Cribs
Recall contact information
For additional information, contact Ethan Allen toll-free at (888) 339-9398 between 8:30 a.m. and 4:45 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, contact the local Ethan Allen store or visit the firm’s website at www.ethanallen.com
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