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CPSC recall · Reported November 16, 2012

Suffocation, Entrapment Risks Prompt Recall of PeaPod Travel Tents by KidCo

Infants and young children can roll off the edge of the inflatable air mattress, become entrapped between the mattress and the fabric sides of the tent, and suffocate.

Recall #
13043
Affected scope
About 220,000
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The CPSC recalled The KidCo PeaPod Travel Beds and PeaPod Plus Travel Beds are small, portable sleep tents … - a moderate-severity action.

Suffocation, Entrapment Risks Prompt Recall of PeaPod Travel Tents by KidCo was recalled and listed by the CPSC in November 16, 2012. Reason: Infants and young children can roll off the edge of the inflatable air mattress, become entrapped between the…. Remedy: Consumers should immediately stop using the tents and contact KidCo to get a free repair …. Verify recall #13043 with the CPSC before acting.

The recall

issued this moderate-severity CPSC recall-Infants and young children can roll off the edge of the inflatable air mattress, become entrapped between the….

Moderate
severity level
November 16, 2012
reported

Sourced from official CPSC enforcement records. Verify recall #13043 with the agency before acting. Full product description, hazard, remedy, and related recalls are below.

Recall Insight

This CPSC action (record #13043) was formally reported on November 16, 2012. It is classified under Moderate severity, with a current status of Active. The recalling firm is not specified in the federal record. Federal records list the affected scope as About 220,000.

The documented reason for this recall is: Infants and young children can roll off the edge of the inflatable air mattress, become entrapped between the mattress and the fabric sides of the tent, and suffocate. 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 tents and contact KidCo to get a free repair kit. The kits will vary depending on the model and will be shipped to consumers starting in December 2012. - 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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Severity

Moderate

Affected scope

About 220,000

Related Recalls

6

6 from same agency

Product description

The KidCo PeaPod Travel Beds and PeaPod Plus Travel Beds are small, portable sleep tents marketed for use by infants from birth to 3+ years, depending on the model. The tents have a zippered side for putting in and taking out the child and have an inflatable air mattress that fits into a zippered pocket underneath the floor of the tent. The tents fold into a compact round shape and come with a fabric bag for storage and transport. The following models and corresponding tent fabric colors are included in this recall: P100 Teal P101 Red P102 Lime P103 Periwinkle P104 Ocean P201 Princess/Red P202 Camouflage P203 Quick Silver P204 Sagebrush P205 Cardinal P900CS Green The model number can be found on a small tag on the underside of the product.

Reason for recall

Infants and young children can roll off the edge of the inflatable air mattress, become entrapped between the mattress and the fabric sides of the tent, and suffocate.

Remedy, what to do

Consumers should immediately stop using the tents and contact KidCo to get a free repair kit. The kits will vary depending on the model and will be shipped to consumers starting in December 2012.

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 13043
Date reported November 16, 2012
Date initiated November 16, 2012
Recalling firm Not disclosed
Affected scope About 220,000
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 tents and contact KidCo to get a free repair kit. The kits will vary depending on the…

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  • Follow the documented remedy (refund, replacement, repair, or disposal) rather than general advice. What to do next

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Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled?
The KidCo PeaPod Travel Beds and PeaPod Plus Travel Beds are small, portable sleep tents marketed for use by infants from birth to 3+ years, depending on the model. The tents have a zippered side for putting in and taking out the child and have an inflatable air mattress that fits into a zippered pocket underneath the floor of the tent. The tents fold into a compact round shape and come with a fabric bag for storage and transport. The following models and corresponding tent fabric colors are included in this recall: P100 Teal P101 Red P102 Lime P103 Periwinkle P104 Ocean P201 Princess/Red P202 Camouflage P203 Quick Silver P204 Sagebrush P205 Cardinal P900CS Green The model number can be found on a small tag on the underside of the product.. Units affected: About 220,000.
Why was this product recalled?
Infants and young children can roll off the edge of the inflatable air mattress, become entrapped between the mattress and the fabric sides of the tent, and suffocate.
What should consumers do?
Consumers should immediately stop using the tents and contact KidCo to get a free repair kit. The kits will vary depending on the model and will be shipped to consumers starting in December 2012.
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the CPSC on November 16, 2012. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: 13043.
How do I check if my product is affected by a recall?
Check the product description and recall number (13043) 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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