CPSC recall 11-737, announced April 26, 2011, covers ducduc Fixed-side cribs (about 330 units). The bottom rails on the crib sides can separate from the sides when the mattress is in the lowest position, causing the spindles to separate and the mattress to drop. The notice cites 5 incident reports. Consumers should stop using these cribs immediately if the mattress is in the lowest position. Recall contact: call (212) 226-1868, or go to www.ducducnyc.com.
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The name "ducduc" and the item code can be found on a label located on the mattress panel.
Which products are included?
This recall includes ducduc fixed-side cribs with the model names and item codes ending in 2009, 2010 and 2011 listed below. The name "ducduc" and the item code can be found on a label located on the mattress panel. AJ Austin Cabana Campaign Parker AJ.C100.X.2009 A.C100.X.2009 CA.C100.X.2009 C.C100.X.2009 P.C100.X.2009 AJ.C100.X.2010 A.C100.X.2010 CA.C100.X.2010 C.C100.X.2010 P.C100.X.2010 AJ.C100.X.2011 A.C100.X.2011 CA.C100.X.2011 C.C100.X.2011 P.C100.X.2011 "X" is the month of manufacture (1 through 12)
Confirm these details on the official CPSC noticeWhy it was recalled
The bottom rails on the crib sides can separate from the sides when the mattress is in the lowest position, causing the spindles to separate and the mattress to drop. This poses fall and entrapment hazards for young children.
Incidents and injuries
The manufacturer has received five reports of separated rails. No injuries were reported.
Official remedy
Consumers should stop using these cribs immediately if the mattress is in the lowest position. Consumers should contact ducduc, if the company has not already contacted them, for a free repair kit which includes new crib sides. Ducduc is contacting each customer directly. In the meantime, parents are urged to find an alternate, safe sleeping environment for their child, such as a play yard, bassinet or toddler bed, depending on the child's age.
Product and sales details
- Brand
- ducduc
- Manufacturer
- ducduc llc, of New York, N.Y.
- Product type
- Cribs & bassinets
- Recall number
- 11-737
- Units
- About 330
- Manufactured in
- United States
- Sold at / sales period
- ducduc New York showroom, online at www.ducducnyc.com, at specialty stores and through interior designers nationwide from January 2009 through February 2011 for between $1,500 and $1,800.
Fixed-side cribs
CPSC product type: Cribs
Recall contact information
For additional information, contact ducduc at (212) 226-1868 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET, or visit the firm's website at www.ducducnyc.com
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