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CPSC, L.A. Baby Announce Recall of Folding Little Wood Cribs

Reported: December 21, 2001 Initiated: December 21, 2001 #02513

Product Description

The recalled cribs have model numbers 83 and 83/4 with manufacture dates of March 2001 or May 2001, located on the mattress board underneath of the mattress. The cribs' headboards and footboards unlatch to fold inward for easy portability from room to room. They are non full-sized wooden cribs and have a natural or white finish.

Reason for Recall

The headboard can separate from the corner post. A child's head or neck could be entrapped in the corner space between the post and the mattress.

Remedy

Consumers should stop using these cribs immediately and contact L.A. Baby to receive a free brace repair kit, to prevent an entrapment.

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled?
The recalled cribs have model numbers 83 and 83/4 with manufacture dates of March 2001 or May 2001, located on the mattress board underneath of the mattress. The cribs' headboards and footboards unlatch to fold inward for easy portability from room to room. They are non full-sized wooden cribs and have a natural or white finish.. Recalled by L.A. Baby, of Vernon, Calif.. Units affected: About 2,000.
Why was this product recalled?
The headboard can separate from the corner post. A child's head or neck could be entrapped in the corner space between the post and the mattress.
What should consumers do?
Consumers should stop using these cribs immediately and contact L.A. Baby to receive a free brace repair kit, to prevent an entrapment.
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the CPSC on December 21, 2001. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: 02513.