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Evenflo Recalls to Repair Drop-Side Cribs Due to Entrapment, Suffocation and Fall Hazards

Reported: June 24, 2010 Initiated: June 24, 2010 #10274

Product Description

The following Evenflo crib models are included in this recall. The model number is located on a label on the bottom beam of the headboard. MODEL NUMBERS MODEL NAMES 012614 Evenflo Jenny Lind Crib, Maple 0126141 Evenflo Jenny Lind Crib, Maple 012615 Evenflo Jenny Lind Crib, White 012616 Evenflo Jenny Lind Crib, Oak 012617 Evenflo Jenny Lind Crib, Natural 014614 Evenflo Jenny Lind Convertible Crib, Maple 014615 Evenflo Jenny Lind Convertible Crib, White 014616 Evenflo Jenny Lind Convertible Crib, Oak 014617 Evenflo Jenny Lind Convertible Crib, Natural 0151614 Evenflo Jenny Lind Hidden Hardware Crib, Maple 0151615 Evenflo Jenny Lind Hidden Hardware Crib, White 0151616 Evenflo Jenny Lind Hidden Hardware Crib, Oak 0151617 Evenflo Jenny Lind Hidden Hardware Crib, Natural 0161614 Evenflo Jenny Lind Hidden Hardware Crib, Maple 0161615 Evenflo Jenny Lind Hidden Hardware Crib, White 0161617 Evenflo Jenny Lind Hidden Hardware Crib, Natural

Reason for Recall

The cribs' drop sides can malfunction, detach or otherwise fail, causing part of the drop side to fall out of position, creating a space into which an infant or toddler can roll and become wedged or entrapped, which can lead to strangulation or suffocation. A child can also fall out of the crib. Drop-side incidents can also occur due to incorrect assembly and with age-related wear and tear.

Remedy

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled drop-side cribs and contact Evenflo to receive a free repair kit that will immobilize the drop side. A repair kit for the mattress support system is also available for cribs with model numbers starting with 012 and 014 that were manufactured between 2000 and 2004. In the meantime, find an alternate, safe sleep environment for the child, such as a bassinet, play yard or toddler bed depending on the child's age

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled?
The following Evenflo crib models are included in this recall. The model number is located on a label on the bottom beam of the headboard. MODEL NUMBERS MODEL NAMES 012614 Evenflo Jenny Lind Crib, Maple 0126141 Evenflo Jenny Lind Crib, Maple 012615 Evenflo Jenny Lind Crib, White 012616 Evenflo Jenny Lind Crib, Oak 012617 Evenflo Jenny Lind Crib, Natural 014614 Evenflo Jenny Lind Convertible Crib, Maple 014615 Evenflo Jenny Lind Convertible Crib, White 014616 Evenflo Jenny Lind Convertible Crib, Oak 014617 Evenflo Jenny Lind Convertible Crib, Natural 0151614 Evenflo Jenny Lind Hidden Hardware Crib, Maple 0151615 Evenflo Jenny Lind Hidden Hardware Crib, White 0151616 Evenflo Jenny Lind Hidden Hardware Crib, Oak 0151617 Evenflo Jenny Lind Hidden Hardware Crib, Natural 0161614 Evenflo Jenny Lind Hidden Hardware Crib, Maple 0161615 Evenflo Jenny Lind Hidden Hardware Crib, White 0161617 Evenflo Jenny Lind Hidden Hardware Crib, Natural. Recalled by Evenflo Inc., of Miamisburg, Ohio. Units affected: About 750,000.
Why was this product recalled?
The cribs' drop sides can malfunction, detach or otherwise fail, causing part of the drop side to fall out of position, creating a space into which an infant or toddler can roll and become wedged or entrapped, which can lead to strangulation or suffocation. A child can also fall out of the crib. Drop-side incidents can also occur due to incorrect assembly and with age-related wear and tear.
What should consumers do?
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled drop-side cribs and contact Evenflo to receive a free repair kit that will immobilize the drop side. A repair kit for the mattress support system is also available for cribs with model numbers starting with 012 and 014 that were manufactured between 2000 and 2004. In the meantime, find an alternate, safe sleep environment for the child, such as a bassinet, play yard or toddler bed depending on the child's age
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the CPSC on June 24, 2010. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: 10274.