Severity
Moderate
ModerateActive
CPSC recall · Reported May 29, 2013
Pottery Barn Kids Recalls Sweet Lambie Crib Bumpers Due to Entanglement Hazard
The thread in the decorative stitching on the bumper can loosen, posing an entanglement hazard to infants.
Pure Mars, of China recalled This recall involves Pottery Barn Kids Sweet Lambie Bumpers manufactured from April 2009 … - a moderate-severity action.
Pottery Barn Kids Recalls Sweet Lambie Crib Bumpers Due to Entanglement Hazard was recalled by Pure Mars, of China in May 29, 2013. Reason: The thread in the decorative stitching on the bumper can loosen, posing an entanglement hazard to infants.. Remedy: Consumers should immediately check the tag on the bumper for the month and year of manufa…. Verify recall #13204 with the CPSC before acting.
The recall
Pure Mars, of China issued this moderate-severity CPSC recall-The thread in the decorative stitching on the bumper can loosen, posing an entanglement hazard to infants..
- Moderate
- severity level
- May 29, 2013
- reported
Sourced from official CPSC enforcement records. Verify recall #13204 with the agency before acting. Full product description, hazard, remedy, and related recalls are below.
Recall Insight
This CPSC action (record #13204) was formally reported on May 29, 2013. It is classified under Moderate severity, with a current status of Active. Pure Mars, of China is listed as the recalling firm. Federal records list the affected scope as About 12,000.
The documented reason for this recall is: The thread in the decorative stitching on the bumper can loosen, posing an entanglement hazard to infants. 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 check the tag on the bumper for the month and year of manufacture and stop using the bumper if the date is 04/2009 through 07/2012. Consumers with recalled bumpers should… - 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.
Children & Baby Products recalls over time
Where this recall sits in its category - 3,731 children & baby products recalls on record
Of 101,704 recalls in the database, 24,878 are high severity, 72,426 moderate, and 4,400 low. This recall is classified moderate severity.
Counts reflect market size and reporting activity, not inherent danger, we do not rank products by risk from raw recall volume.
Affected scope
About 12,000
Related Recalls
6
6 from same agency
Product description
This recall involves Pottery Barn Kids Sweet Lambie Bumpers manufactured from April 2009 through July 2012. The cotton bumpers are padded and fit standard cribs. Lambs in grass and lambs with trees are embroidered on the interior and exterior of the bumpers. They were available in the colors pink, blue and ivory/oatmeal. Model number "708859," "708917" or "7988348" and "Sweet Lambie Bumper" appear on a tag fastened to the bottom edge of the bumpers. The date of manufacture in MM/YYYY format is printed on a tag attached to the bumper near the model number tag.
Reason for recall
The thread in the decorative stitching on the bumper can loosen, posing an entanglement hazard to infants.
Remedy, what to do
Consumers should immediately check the tag on the bumper for the month and year of manufacture and stop using the bumper if the date is 04/2009 through 07/2012. Consumers with recalled bumpers should contact Pottery Barn Kids for instructions on how to return the bumpers to receive a gift card in the amount of a full refund or a replacement bumper and to receive free return shipping for recalled bumpers.
Recall Profile
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
| Severity class | Moderate |
| Status | Active |
| Recall number | 13204 |
| Date reported | May 29, 2013 |
| Date initiated | May 29, 2013 |
| Recalling firm | Pure Mars, of China |
| Affected scope | About 12,000 |
| 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 check the tag on the bumper for the month and year of manufacture and stop using the bumper if the d…
- Check the recall number (13204) 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 Pottery Barn Kids Sweet Lambie Bumpers manufactured from April 2009 through July 2012. The cotton bumpers are padded and fit standard cribs. Lambs in grass and lambs with trees are embroidered on the interior and exterior of the bumpers. They were available in the colors pink, blue and ivory/oatmeal. Model number "708859," "708917" or "7988348" and "Sweet Lambie Bumper" appear on a tag fastened to the bottom edge of the bumpers. The date of manufacture in MM/YYYY format is printed on a tag attached to the bumper near the model number tag.. Recalled by Pure Mars, of China. Units affected: About 12,000.
Why was this product recalled? ▼
The thread in the decorative stitching on the bumper can loosen, posing an entanglement hazard to infants.
What should consumers do? ▼
Consumers should immediately check the tag on the bumper for the month and year of manufacture and stop using the bumper if the date is 04/2009 through 07/2012. Consumers with recalled bumpers should contact Pottery Barn Kids for instructions on how to return the bumpers to receive a gift card in the amount of a full refund or a replacement bumper and to receive free return shipping for recalled bumpers.
Which agency issued this recall? ▼
This recall was issued by the CPSC on May 29, 2013. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: 13204.
How do I check if my product is affected by a recall? ▼
Check the product description and recall number (13204) 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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