Munire Recalls "Newport Rubbed Black" Cribs and Matching Furniture Due to Violation of Lead Paint Standard
Newport Rubbed Black 4-in-1 Cribs and Matching Furniture
Date of Recall
2008-12-23CPSC Release Number
09-075Manufactured In
IndonesiaCompany Phone Number
(866) 586-9639Units
About 3,000 Cribs and 6,000 Matching Furniture PiecesManufacturer
Munire Furniture Inc, of Piscataway, N.J.Sold By
Specialty furniture stores nationwide from April 2006 through November 2008 for about $600 for the crib and the matching furniture pieces were sold between $700 and $1,000. Additional accessories were sold for about $170.Problem/Hazard
The red paint which is underneath the black finish paint on some of the cribs and matching furniture exceeds federal lead limits. If ingested by young children lead can cause adverse health effects.Injuries/Incidents
Munire has received one report of a child ingesting the paint. The child was diagnosed with lead poisoning.Description
The recalled cribs and furniture are made of wood and have a rubbed black finish. Only the “Newport Rubbed Black” cribs and matching furniture manufactured in Indonesia between April 2006 and November 2008 are included in this recall. The model number, date, and country of manufacture are printed on the label attached to the side panel of the crib and the date of manufacture is on the back panel of the furniture. Models listed below are included in the recall:| Model | Name |
|---|---|
| 7900 7918 7915 7908 7902 7907 7905 7929 7975 7906 7914 7901 | Newport Lifetime Crib Hutch for Combo & Double Dresser Mirror Combo Nightstand Conversion Kit for Lifetime Crib 5 Drawer Dresser Armoire Guardrail for Lifetime Crib Double Dresser Bookcase Newport OldeWorld Crib |
Remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using the products and contact Munire Furniture to receive a replacement coupon which will entitle consumers to exchange the products for another product free of charge.Consumer Contact
For more information, call Munire Furniture toll-free at (866) 586-9639 between 9 a.m. and 6 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or visit the firm’s Web site at www.munirefurniture.comRecall Comments
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