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AOSOM Recalls Wooden Playpens Due to Choking and Laceration Hazards

Reported: March 3, 2011 Initiated: March 3, 2011 #11155

Product Description

This recall involves AOSOM wooden playpens made from pine wood. The firm's logo "A" and "www.AOSOM.com" is stamped on the gate of the playpen. The following four models are included in this recall: AOSOM Playpen Model Number Price AOSOM 3in1 Baby wooden Superyard Playpen Combo 5664-0017S&G 149.99 AOSOM Baby 8 Panel Wooden Playpen Room Divider 5664-0017 119.99 AOSOM Baby 8 Sided Wooden Playpen 2 Panels 5664-0017S 29.99 AOSOM Baby 8 Sided Wooden Playpen Gate 5664-0017G 29.99

Reason for Recall

The wooden playpen can break, split and/or crack at points where screws and other hardware are located. Small, broken wood pieces and hardware from the playpen can pose a risk of choking and laceration hazards to children. In addition, an unstable playpen can fall over onto a child, posing an entrapment hazard.

Remedy

Consumers should immediately stop using the wooden playpens and contact AOSOM for instructions on how to return the product and receive a full refund.

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled?
This recall involves AOSOM wooden playpens made from pine wood. The firm's logo "A" and "www.AOSOM.com" is stamped on the gate of the playpen. The following four models are included in this recall: AOSOM Playpen Model Number Price AOSOM 3in1 Baby wooden Superyard Playpen Combo 5664-0017S&G 149.99 AOSOM Baby 8 Panel Wooden Playpen Room Divider 5664-0017 119.99 AOSOM Baby 8 Sided Wooden Playpen 2 Panels 5664-0017S 29.99 AOSOM Baby 8 Sided Wooden Playpen Gate 5664-0017G 29.99. Units affected: About 5,000.
Why was this product recalled?
The wooden playpen can break, split and/or crack at points where screws and other hardware are located. Small, broken wood pieces and hardware from the playpen can pose a risk of choking and laceration hazards to children. In addition, an unstable playpen can fall over onto a child, posing an entrapment hazard.
What should consumers do?
Consumers should immediately stop using the wooden playpens and contact AOSOM for instructions on how to return the product and receive a full refund.
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the CPSC on March 3, 2011. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: 11155.