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CPSC recall · Reported June 2, 2004

CPSC, Dream On Me Industries Announce Recall of Baby Walkers

The walkers will fit through a standard doorway and are not designed to stop at the edge of a step. Babies using these walkers can be seriously injured or killed if they fall down…

Recall #
04148
Affected scope
About 20,000
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Dream On Me Industries, of Brooklyn, N.y. recalled The recalled baby walkers have model number 408 or 423 written on a label sewn into the s… - a moderate-severity action.

CPSC, Dream On Me Industries Announce Recall of Baby Walkers was recalled by Dream On Me Industries, of Brooklyn, N.y. in June 2, 2004. Reason: The walkers will fit through a standard doorway and are not designed to stop at the edge of a step. Babies us…. Remedy: Stop using the recalled walkers immediately and return the walkers to the retailer where …. Verify recall #04148 with the CPSC before acting.

The recall

Dream On Me Industries, of Brooklyn, N.y. issued this moderate-severity CPSC recall-The walkers will fit through a standard doorway and are not designed to stop at the edge of a step. Babies us….

Moderate
severity level
June 2, 2004
reported

Sourced from official CPSC enforcement records. Verify recall #04148 with the agency before acting. Full product description, hazard, remedy, and related recalls are below.

Recall Insight

This CPSC action (record #04148) was formally reported on June 2, 2004. It is classified under Moderate severity, with a current status of Active. Dream On Me Industries, of Brooklyn, N.y. is listed as the recalling firm. Federal records list the affected scope as About 20,000.

The documented reason for this recall is: The walkers will fit through a standard doorway and are not designed to stop at the edge of a step. Babies using these walkers can be seriously injured or killed if they fall down stairs. Distribution information was not included in the agency filing, so consumers should assume broad potential exposure until the firm publishes point-of-sale details. The remedy documented by the agency is: Stop using the recalled walkers immediately and return the walkers to the retailer where purchased to receive a refund. - consumers holding this product should act on that instruction rather than relying on general guidance.

Within the same product category the archive holds 6 closely related recalls, 6 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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Where this recall sits in the database

Of 101,704 recalls in the database, 24,878 are high severity, 72,426 moderate, and 4,400 low. This recall is classified moderate severity.

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Severity

Moderate

Affected scope

About 20,000

Related Recalls

6

6 from same agency

Product description

The recalled baby walkers have model number 408 or 423 written on a label sewn into the seats. Model 408 has a white and black tray and a black printed fabric base and seat, measuring about 25 inches by 28 inches. Model 423 has a red tray and a purple plastic base measuring about 25 inches by 28 inches. Both models have eight snap-in wheels and a label sewn into the seat that reads "DREAM ON ME IND INC. BROOKYN, NY 112321, MADE IN CHINA."

Reason for recall

The walkers will fit through a standard doorway and are not designed to stop at the edge of a step. Babies using these walkers can be seriously injured or killed if they fall down stairs.

Remedy, what to do

Stop using the recalled walkers immediately and return the walkers to the retailer where purchased to receive a refund.

Recall Profile

Structured summary of the CPSC recall record
Attribute Value
Agency U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission
Severity class Moderate
Status Active
Recall number 04148
Date reported June 2, 2004
Date initiated June 2, 2004
Recalling firm Dream On Me Industries, of Brooklyn, N.y.
Affected scope About 20,000
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

Stop using the recalled walkers immediately and return the walkers to the retailer where purchased to receive a refund.

  • Check the recall number (04148) 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled?
The recalled baby walkers have model number 408 or 423 written on a label sewn into the seats. Model 408 has a white and black tray and a black printed fabric base and seat, measuring about 25 inches by 28 inches. Model 423 has a red tray and a purple plastic base measuring about 25 inches by 28 inches. Both models have eight snap-in wheels and a label sewn into the seat that reads "DREAM ON ME IND INC. BROOKYN, NY 112321, MADE IN CHINA.". Recalled by Dream On Me Industries, of Brooklyn, N.y.. Units affected: About 20,000.
Why was this product recalled?
The walkers will fit through a standard doorway and are not designed to stop at the edge of a step. Babies using these walkers can be seriously injured or killed if they fall down stairs.
What should consumers do?
Stop using the recalled walkers immediately and return the walkers to the retailer where purchased to receive a refund.
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the CPSC on June 2, 2004. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: 04148.
How do I check if my product is affected by a recall?
Check the product description and recall number (04148) against your product. Visit the official CPSC website for the most current information. You can also use our Recall Checker tool to search by product name or brand.
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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Every figure on PlainRecalls is rendered directly from official FDA, CPSC and NHTSA recall records, no number is typed in by an editor. This recall: CPSC, reported June 2, 2004. Severity classes follow each agency's own taxonomy (FDA Class I/II/III; CPSC and NHTSA by hazard type), and related-recall context is computed across the full archive. See our editorial standards & corrections policy, the methodology behind these numbers, or report a data error. Data current as of July 2026.