CPSC recall · Reported May 10, 2000
CPSC, Hangouts Recall Baby Hammocks
These baby hammocks can suddenly become twisted around children's necks and strangle them. Also, infants sleeping on soft bedding can become wedged in positions in which they cann…
The CPSC recalled The "baby hammocks" are 6-foot-long mini-hammocks. They are woven from thin cotton string….
CPSC, Hangouts Recall Baby Hammocks was recalled and listed by the CPSC in May 10, 2000. Reason: These baby hammocks can suddenly become twisted around children's necks and strangle them. Also, infants slee…. Remedy: Consumers with one of these hammocks should stop using it immediately, and return it to H…. Verify recall #00107b with the CPSC before acting.
The recall
issued this CPSC recall-These baby hammocks can suddenly become twisted around children's necks and strangle them. Also, infants slee….
- None
- agency class
- May 10, 2000
- reported
Sourced from official CPSC enforcement records. Verify recall #00107b with the agency before acting. Full product description, hazard, remedy, and related recalls are below.
Recall Insight
This recall's affected scope, documented in the Recall Profile below, stays within a single-region or limited-distribution footprint. Distribution information was not included in the agency filing, so consumers should assume broad potential exposure until the firm publishes point-of-sale details. Consumers holding this product should act on the agency's documented remedy above rather than relying on general guidance.
Within the same product category the archive holds 6 closely related recalls, 5 from CPSC - clustering in a narrow category often points to a systemic quality-control or supplier issue rather than a one-off defect. Always verify the recall number against the official agency record before acting.
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Product description
The "baby hammocks" are 6-foot-long mini-hammocks. They are woven from thin cotton strings with nylon end strings in solid or multi-striped colors. The label attached to the end loop reads, "Hangouts® from Bellartson" and "Woven by Hand in MEXICO."
Reason for recall
These baby hammocks can suddenly become twisted around children's necks and strangle them. Also, infants sleeping on soft bedding can become wedged in positions in which they cannot breathe.
Remedy, what to do
Consumers with one of these hammocks should stop using it immediately, and return it to Hangouts for a free, standard single hammock (model MY-SS-1130).
Recall Profile
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
| Severity class | Not classified by agency |
| Status | Active |
| Recall number | 00107b |
| Date reported | May 10, 2000 |
| Date initiated | May 10, 2000 |
| Recalling firm | Not disclosed |
| Affected scope | About 350 |
| Distribution | Not disclosed |
| Official source | CPSC notice → |
Profile values are sourced directly from the official CPSC enforcement record. Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission.
What to do with this recall
Consumers with one of these hammocks should stop using it immediately, and return it to Hangouts for a free, standard single hamm…
- Check the recall number (00107b) and product description against the item you own. Search the archive
- Confirm the current status and remedy on the official CPSC notice before acting. CPSC notice
- Follow the documented remedy (refund, replacement, repair, or disposal) rather than general advice. What to do next
This page summarizes the official CPSC record for research and awareness; it is not legal, medical, or safety advice. Verify with the issuing agency before acting.
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