CPSC recall · Reported October 10, 2001
CPSC, Dorel Juvenile Group Announce Recall of Cosco Playpens
The plastic tabs on the playpen that lock the rails into the corners can break or loosen over time, allowing the rails to turn inward, collapse and entrap an infant.
Cosco Inc., of Columbus, Ind. recalled The recalled playpens were sold under the "Zip n Go," "Okie Dokie," and "Carters" brand n….
CPSC, Dorel Juvenile Group Announce Recall of Cosco Playpens was recalled by Cosco Inc., of Columbus, Ind. in October 10, 2001. Reason: The plastic tabs on the playpen that lock the rails into the corners can break or loosen over time, allowing …. Remedy: Consumers should stop using these playpens immediately and call Dorel Juvenile Group to r…. Verify recall #02008 with the CPSC before acting.
The recall
Cosco Inc., of Columbus, Ind. issued this CPSC recall-The plastic tabs on the playpen that lock the rails into the corners can break or loosen over time, allowing ….
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- October 10, 2001
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Sourced from official CPSC enforcement records. Verify recall #02008 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.
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Product description
The recalled playpens were sold under the "Zip n Go," "Okie Dokie," and "Carters" brand names and were manufactured by Cosco. Only model numbers 05-361, 05-362, 05-363, and 05-364 are included in this recall. The model numbers are located on a label on the bottom of the playpen, on the metal tubular frame near one of the corners. The label reads in part, "MANUFACTURED IN CHINA FOR COSCO INC." The 28-inch-by-40-inch playpens have four mesh sides on a folding metal frame. The side rails have the name "Zip n Go, " "Okie Dokie," or "Carters" written on them. The padded floorboard forms a carrying case for the playpen.
Reason for recall
The plastic tabs on the playpen that lock the rails into the corners can break or loosen over time, allowing the rails to turn inward, collapse and entrap an infant.
Remedy, what to do
Consumers should stop using these playpens immediately and call Dorel Juvenile Group to receive a refund or replacement product.
Recall Profile
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
| Severity class | Not classified by agency |
| Status | Active |
| Recall number | 02008 |
| Date reported | October 10, 2001 |
| Date initiated | October 10, 2001 |
| Recalling firm | Cosco Inc., of Columbus, Ind. |
| Affected scope | About 102,000 |
| 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 should stop using these playpens immediately and call Dorel Juvenile Group to receive a refund or replacement product.
- Check the recall number (02008) 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
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