Simmons Recalls to Repair Drop-Side Cribs Due to Entrapment, Suffocation and Fall Hazards
Simmons drop-side cribs
Date of Recall
2010-06-24CPSC Release Number
10-278Manufactured In
United States, Indonesia, Croatia, Canada and ChinaCompany Phone Number
(877) 342-3439Units
About 50,000Manufacturer
Simmons Juvenile Products, of New London, Wis.Sold By
Children’s product stores and other retailers nationwide and on-line from January 2002 through February 2007 for between $100 and $500.Problem/Hazard
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.Injuries/Incidents
CPSC has received 30 reports of drop sides that have malfunctioned or detached. Two children became entrapped between the drop side and the crib mattress but were freed without injury. Two other children fell out of their cribs when the drop side malfunctioned and one child sustained scratches due to the fall.Description
This recall includes Simmons Easy Side Drop-side cribs. Specific model and style numbers included in the recall are listed on the firm's website at www.cribrecallcenter.com. Style numbers are printed on a permanent label on the headboard.Remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled cribs and contact Simmons to request a free repair kit that will immobilize the drop side. Repair kits will be available in the next few weeks. In the meantime, find an alternate, safe sleep environment for the child, such as a bassinet, play yard or toddler bed depending on the child’s age.Consumer Contact
Please visit the website, www.cribrecallcenter.com, which has pictures and instructions to help you easily identify and order the correct kit, or call (877) 342-3439 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. Monday through Friday.Recall Comments
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