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CPSC recall · Reported September 8, 2005

CPSC, Pottery Barn Kids Announce Recall of Spindle Cribs

The spindles on the crib's front rail can loosen and detach from the rail. This can allow the child to fall from the crib and poses a risk of entrapment.

Recall #
05260
Affected scope
About 7,600
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Pottery Barn Kids, of San Francisco, Calif. recalled This recall involves the Spindle Crib, model number 4825402. The product name and model n… - a moderate-severity action.

CPSC, Pottery Barn Kids Announce Recall of Spindle Cribs was recalled by Pottery Barn Kids, of San Francisco, Calif. in September 8, 2005. Reason: The spindles on the crib's front rail can loosen and detach from the rail. This can allow the child to fall f…. Remedy: Consumers should immediately stop using these cribs and contact Pottery Barn Kids to rece…. Verify recall #05260 with the CPSC before acting.

The recall

Pottery Barn Kids, of San Francisco, Calif. issued this moderate-severity CPSC recall-The spindles on the crib's front rail can loosen and detach from the rail. This can allow the child to fall f….

Moderate
severity level
September 8, 2005
reported

Sourced from official CPSC enforcement records. Verify recall #05260 with the agency before acting. Full product description, hazard, remedy, and related recalls are below.

Recall Insight

This CPSC action (record #05260) was formally reported on September 8, 2005. It is classified under Moderate severity, with a current status of Active. Pottery Barn Kids, of San Francisco, Calif. is listed as the recalling firm. Federal records list the affected scope as About 7,600.

The documented reason for this recall is: The spindles on the crib's front rail can loosen and detach from the rail. This can allow the child to fall from the crib and poses a risk of entrapment. 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: Consumers should immediately stop using these cribs and contact Pottery Barn Kids to receive a free replacement front rail or a full refund (including shipping). - 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

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Severity

Moderate

Affected scope

About 7,600

Related Recalls

6

6 from same agency

Product description

This recall involves the Spindle Crib, model number 4825402. The product name and model number are printed on a label affixed to the base of the crib. Sold in white, pink and blue, the cribs are made of hardwood and measure 30.5" x 54.5" x 45" high.

Reason for recall

The spindles on the crib's front rail can loosen and detach from the rail. This can allow the child to fall from the crib and poses a risk of entrapment.

Remedy, what to do

Consumers should immediately stop using these cribs and contact Pottery Barn Kids to receive a free replacement front rail or a full refund (including shipping).

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 05260
Date reported September 8, 2005
Date initiated September 8, 2005
Recalling firm Pottery Barn Kids, of San Francisco, Calif.
Affected scope About 7,600
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 immediately stop using these cribs and contact Pottery Barn Kids to receive a free replacement front rail or a f…

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  • 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?
This recall involves the Spindle Crib, model number 4825402. The product name and model number are printed on a label affixed to the base of the crib. Sold in white, pink and blue, the cribs are made of hardwood and measure 30.5" x 54.5" x 45" high.. Recalled by Pottery Barn Kids, of San Francisco, Calif.. Units affected: About 7,600.
Why was this product recalled?
The spindles on the crib's front rail can loosen and detach from the rail. This can allow the child to fall from the crib and poses a risk of entrapment.
What should consumers do?
Consumers should immediately stop using these cribs and contact Pottery Barn Kids to receive a free replacement front rail or a full refund (including shipping).
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the CPSC on September 8, 2005. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: 05260.
How do I check if my product is affected by a recall?
Check the product description and recall number (05260) 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 September 8, 2005. 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.