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CPSC recall · Reported July 14, 2010

Pottery Barn Kids Recalls to Repair Drop-Side Cribs Due to Entrapment, Suffocation and Fall Hazards

The cribs' drop-sides can detach when hardware breaks, creating a space into which a young child can become entrapped, which can lead to suffocation. A child can also fall out of …

Recall #
10302
Affected scope
About 82,000
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Pottery Barn Kids, a division of Williams-Sonoma, Inc., of San Francisco, Calif. recalled This recall involves all Pottery Barn Kids drop-side cribs regardless of the model number… - a moderate-severity action.

Pottery Barn Kids Recalls to Repair Drop-Side Cribs Due to Entrapment, Suffocation and Fa… was recalled by Pottery Barn Kids, a division of Williams-Sonoma, Inc., of San Francisco, Calif. in July 14, 2010. Reason: The cribs' drop-sides can detach when hardware breaks, creating a space into which a young child can become e…. Remedy: Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled cribs, inspect the hardware to make …. Verify recall #10302 with the CPSC before acting.

The recall

Pottery Barn Kids, a division of Williams-Sonoma, Inc., of San Francisco, Calif. issued this moderate-severity CPSC recall-The cribs' drop-sides can detach when hardware breaks, creating a space into which a young child can become e….

Moderate
severity level
July 14, 2010
reported

Sourced from official CPSC enforcement records. Verify recall #10302 with the agency before acting. Full product description, hazard, remedy, and related recalls are below.

Recall Insight

This CPSC action (record #10302) was formally reported on July 14, 2010. It is classified under Moderate severity, with a current status of Active. Pottery Barn Kids, a division of Williams-Sonoma, Inc., of San Francisco, Calif. is listed as the recalling firm. Federal records list the affected scope as About 82,000.

The documented reason for this recall is: The cribs' drop-sides can detach when hardware breaks, creating a space into which a young child can become entrapped, which can lead to suffocation. A child can also fall out of the crib. Drop side incidents also occur… 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 the recalled cribs, inspect the hardware to make sure it is not broken, and contact Pottery Barn Kids to receive a free fixed-gate conversion kit that will imm… - 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 82,000

Related Recalls

6

6 from same agency

Product description

This recall involves all Pottery Barn Kids drop-side cribs regardless of the model number. Pottery Barn Kids is printed on a label attached to the crib headboard or footboard.

Reason for recall

The cribs' drop-sides can detach when hardware breaks, creating a space into which a young child can become entrapped, which can lead to suffocation. A child can also fall out of the crib. Drop side incidents also occur due to incorrect assembly and with age-related wear and tear.

Remedy, what to do

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled cribs, inspect the hardware to make sure it is not broken, and contact Pottery Barn Kids to receive a free fixed-gate conversion kit that will immobilize the drop side.

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 10302
Date reported July 14, 2010
Date initiated July 14, 2010
Recalling firm Pottery Barn Kids, a division of Williams-Sonoma, Inc., of San Francisco, Calif.
Affected scope About 82,000
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 immediately stop using the recalled cribs, inspect the hardware to make sure it is not broken, and contact Potte…

  • Check the recall number (10302) 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?
This recall involves all Pottery Barn Kids drop-side cribs regardless of the model number. Pottery Barn Kids is printed on a label attached to the crib headboard or footboard.. Recalled by Pottery Barn Kids, a division of Williams-Sonoma, Inc., of San Francisco, Calif.. Units affected: About 82,000.
Why was this product recalled?
The cribs' drop-sides can detach when hardware breaks, creating a space into which a young child can become entrapped, which can lead to suffocation. A child can also fall out of the crib. Drop side incidents also occur due to incorrect assembly and with age-related wear and tear.
What should consumers do?
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled cribs, inspect the hardware to make sure it is not broken, and contact Pottery Barn Kids to receive a free fixed-gate conversion kit that will immobilize the drop side.
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the CPSC on July 14, 2010. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: 10302.
How do I check if my product is affected by a recall?
Check the product description and recall number (10302) 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 July 14, 2010. 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.