Yu Wei Recalls Drop-Side Cribs Sold Exclusively at jcpenney Due to Entrapment and Suffocation Hazards

Drop-Side Cribs

Date of Recall

2011-10-05

CPSC Release Number

12-003

Manufactured In

Taiwan

Company Phone Number

(877) 806-8190

Units

About 8,000

Manufacturer

Yu Wei Co. Ltd., of Taipei, Taiwan

Importer

J. C. Penney Purchasing Corp., of Plano, Texas

Sold By

jcpenney.com and in the jcpenney catalog from January 2006 through December 2010 for between $300 and $450.

Problem/Hazard

The drop-side rails on the crib can malfunction, detach or unexpectedly fall down, causing part of the drop side to fall out of position. When this happens, a space is created 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 due to age-related wear and tear.

Injuries/Incidents

CPSC and the firms are aware of nine incidents involving drop side rails that malfunctioned or detached, including one report of a child who sustained minor abrasions to the arm.

Description

This recall involves Yu Wei full-size cribs sold under the Scroll and Lauren model names. The cribs were sold in antique white, pecan and dark cherry, and have the following model numbers and date codes listed on the inside of the crib's end panels.

Model #	Description	Date Code Between
343-8225	Scroll Crib	01/2006-12/2010
343-9117	Lauren Crib	01/2007-12/2010

Remedy

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled cribs and contact Yu Wei to get a free immobilizer kit that will immobilize the drop side. In the meantime, parents are encouraged to find an alternate, safe sleep environment for the child, such as a bassinet, play yard or toddler bed depending on your child’s age.

Consumer Contact

For additional information, contact Yu Wei at (877) 806-8190 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. CT Monday through Friday, or visit the firm’s website at www.yuweicribrecalls.com . Consumers can also email the firm at [email protected] to order a free immobilizer kit.