CPSC recall · Reported October 16, 2008
Infant Death Prompts Recall of Convertible Cribs by Playkids USA; Crib Poses Entrapment and Suffocation Hazards
The sides of the convertible crib are made of a mesh that expands, creating a gap between the mattress and the side through which an infant can slip. This poses suffocation and en…
The CPSC recalled This recall involves the Playkids U.S.A. convertible crib/playpen/bassinet/bed with model….
Infant Death Prompts Recall of Convertible Cribs by Playkids USA; Crib Poses Entrapment a… was recalled and listed by the CPSC in October 16, 2008. Reason: The sides of the convertible crib are made of a mesh that expands, creating a gap between the mattress and th…. Remedy: Consumers should stop using the recalled convertible cribs immediately and contact Playki…. Verify recall #09015 with the CPSC before acting.
The recall
issued this CPSC recall-The sides of the convertible crib are made of a mesh that expands, creating a gap between the mattress and th….
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- agency class
- October 16, 2008
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Sourced from official CPSC enforcement records. Verify recall #09015 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.
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Product description
This recall involves the Playkids U.S.A. convertible crib/playpen/bassinet/bed with model number PLK-909. "Playkids U.S.A." can be found on the packaging and on a label sewn into the side of the crib. The model number can be found on the packaging. The convertible cribs have a drop side rail, a stationary side rail, a canopy assembly, and a bassinet. The sides of the convertible crib, the mattress support, the bassinet, the canopy and the bedskirt are covered in fabric and mesh. The fabric and the mesh come in a variety of colors and patterns.
Reason for recall
The sides of the convertible crib are made of a mesh that expands, creating a gap between the mattress and the side through which an infant can slip. This poses suffocation and entrapment hazards for young children.
Remedy, what to do
Consumers should stop using the recalled convertible cribs immediately and contact Playkids USA to receive a full refund.
Recall Profile
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
| Severity class | Not classified by agency |
| Status | Active |
| Recall number | 09015 |
| Date reported | October 16, 2008 |
| Date initiated | October 16, 2008 |
| Recalling firm | Not disclosed |
| Affected scope | About 2,000 |
| 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 the recalled convertible cribs immediately and contact Playkids USA to receive a full refund.
- Check the recall number (09015) 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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