CPSC, Baby Trend Announce Recall to Repair Infant Swings Sold at Toys R Us

A screw on the swing's support arm can loosen or detach, causing the seat to separate and drop to one side. This presents a fall hazard to infants.

Recall #: 03042
Affected scope: About 15,000

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Baby Trend Inc., of Ontario, Calif. recalled This recall involves "Trend Swing" stationary infant swings, model numbers 8711 and 8722 ….

CPSC, Baby Trend Announce Recall to Repair Infant Swings Sold at Toys R Us was recalled by Baby Trend Inc., of Ontario, Calif. in November 21, 2002. Reason: A screw on the swing's support arm can loosen or detach, causing the seat to separate and drop to one side. T…. Remedy: Consumers should stop using these recalled swings immediately and contact Baby Trend to r…. Verify recall #03042 with the CPSC before acting.

The recall

Baby Trend Inc., of Ontario, Calif. issued this CPSC recall-A screw on the swing's support arm can loosen or detach, causing the seat to separate and drop to one side. T….

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agency class: November 21, 2002
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Sourced from official CPSC enforcement records. Verify recall #03042 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.

Product description

This recall involves "Trend Swing" stationary infant swings, model numbers 8711 and 8722 found on a label on the bottom of the seat. The swings were sold in khaki/gingham and navy/white plaid, and feature a toy bar, song player and timer. "Baby Trend" is printed on the front of the seat's tray and "Trend Swing" is printed on the arm. "Baby Trend" and "Made in China" are also printed on the label on the bottom of the seat.

Reason for recall

A screw on the swing's support arm can loosen or detach, causing the seat to separate and drop to one side. This presents a fall hazard to infants.

Remedy, what to do

Consumers should stop using these recalled swings immediately and contact Baby Trend to receive a free repair kit.

Recall Profile

Structured summary of the CPSC recall record
Attribute	Value
Agency	U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission
Severity class	Not classified by agency
Status	Active
Recall number	03042
Date reported	November 21, 2002
Date initiated	November 21, 2002
Recalling firm	Baby Trend Inc., of Ontario, Calif.
Affected scope	About 15,000
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 recalled swings immediately and contact Baby Trend to receive a free repair kit.

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Why was this product recalled? ▼

A screw on the swing's support arm can loosen or detach, causing the seat to separate and drop to one side. This presents a fall hazard to infants.

What should consumers do? ▼

Consumers should stop using these recalled swings immediately and contact Baby Trend to receive a free repair kit.

Which agency issued this recall? ▼

This recall was issued by the CPSC on November 21, 2002. CPSC does not publish a hazard classification for this recall. Recall number: 03042.

How do I report an injury from a recalled product? ▼

Report injuries to the issuing agency: CPSC at SaferProducts.gov, NHTSA at nhtsa.gov/report-a-safety-problem, or FDA via MedWatch. Document the product (photos, model/serial numbers, purchase receipts) and seek medical attention. Injury reports help agencies track hazard patterns and may strengthen enforcement actions.

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