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CPSC recall · Reported November 21, 2013

Angelcare Recalls to Repair Movement and Sound Baby Monitors After Two Deaths Due to Strangulation Hazard

The cord attached to the baby monitor's sensor pad is placed under the crib mattress, which poses a strangulation risk if the child pulls the cord into the crib and it becomes wra…

Recall #
14028
Affected scope
About 600,000 in the U.S. and 182,173 in Canada
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Angelcare Monitors Inc.®, of Quebec, Canada recalled The recall involves the Movement and Sound Monitor manufactured by Angelcare. This design… - a moderate-severity action.

Angelcare Recalls to Repair Movement and Sound Baby Monitors After Two Deaths Due to Stra… was recalled by Angelcare Monitors Inc.®, of Quebec, Canada in November 21, 2013. Reason: The cord attached to the baby monitor's sensor pad is placed under the crib mattress, which poses a strangula…. Remedy: Consumers should immediately make sure cords are placed out of reach of the child and con…. Verify recall #14028 with the CPSC before acting.

The recall

Angelcare Monitors Inc.®, of Quebec, Canada issued this moderate-severity CPSC recall-The cord attached to the baby monitor's sensor pad is placed under the crib mattress, which poses a strangula….

Moderate
severity level
November 21, 2013
reported

Sourced from official CPSC enforcement records. Verify recall #14028 with the agency before acting. Full product description, hazard, remedy, and related recalls are below.

Recall Insight

This CPSC action (record #14028) was formally reported on November 21, 2013. It is classified under Moderate severity, with a current status of Active. Angelcare Monitors Inc.®, of Quebec, Canada is listed as the recalling firm. Federal records list the affected scope as About 600,000 in the U.S. and 182,173 in Canada.

The documented reason for this recall is: The cord attached to the baby monitor's sensor pad is placed under the crib mattress, which poses a strangulation risk if the child pulls the cord into the crib and it becomes wrapped around the neck. 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 make sure cords are placed out of reach of the child and contact Angelcare toll-free at (855)355-2643 between 8 a.m. and 8 p.m. ET Monday through Friday or visit the firm… - 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, 3 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 600,000 in the U.S. and 182,173 in Canada

Related Recalls

6

3 from same agency

Product description

The recall involves the Movement and Sound Monitor manufactured by Angelcare. This design of baby monitor includes a unique sensor pad placed inside the crib, under the mattress, to monitor movement of the baby. An electrical cord about 11 feet long is permanently connected from the sensor pad to the nursery monitor unit. The hazard is created by a cord within reach of a baby inside the crib. The cord can be pulled into the crib and can wrap around the child's neck. The recall involves all versions of Angelcare sensor monitors including model numbers: AC1100, AC201, AC300, AC401 AC601 and 49255 that did not include rigid cord covers, offered in the remedy. The model number is located on the back of the nursery monitor unit. The monitors were manufactured between 1999 and 2013.

Reason for recall

The cord attached to the baby monitor's sensor pad is placed under the crib mattress, which poses a strangulation risk if the child pulls the cord into the crib and it becomes wrapped around the neck.

Remedy, what to do

Consumers should immediately make sure cords are placed out of reach of the child and contact Angelcare toll-free at (855)355-2643 between 8 a.m. and 8 p.m. ET Monday through Friday or visit the firm's website at www.angelcarebaby.com to order the free repair kit.

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 14028
Date reported November 21, 2013
Date initiated November 21, 2013
Recalling firm Angelcare Monitors Inc.®, of Quebec, Canada
Affected scope About 600,000 in the U.S. and 182,173 in Canada
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 make sure cords are placed out of reach of the child and contact Angelcare toll-free at (855)355-264…

  • Check the recall number (14028) 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?
The recall involves the Movement and Sound Monitor manufactured by Angelcare. This design of baby monitor includes a unique sensor pad placed inside the crib, under the mattress, to monitor movement of the baby. An electrical cord about 11 feet long is permanently connected from the sensor pad to the nursery monitor unit. The hazard is created by a cord within reach of a baby inside the crib. The cord can be pulled into the crib and can wrap around the child's neck. The recall involves all versions of Angelcare sensor monitors including model numbers: AC1100, AC201, AC300, AC401 AC601 and 49255 that did not include rigid cord covers, offered in the remedy. The model number is located on the back of the nursery monitor unit. The monitors were manufactured between 1999 and 2013.. Recalled by Angelcare Monitors Inc.®, of Quebec, Canada. Units affected: About 600,000 in the U.S. and 182,173 in Canada.
Why was this product recalled?
The cord attached to the baby monitor's sensor pad is placed under the crib mattress, which poses a strangulation risk if the child pulls the cord into the crib and it becomes wrapped around the neck.
What should consumers do?
Consumers should immediately make sure cords are placed out of reach of the child and contact Angelcare toll-free at (855)355-2643 between 8 a.m. and 8 p.m. ET Monday through Friday or visit the firm's website at www.angelcarebaby.com to order the free repair kit.
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the CPSC on November 21, 2013. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: 14028.
How do I check if my product is affected by a recall?
Check the product description and recall number (14028) 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 November 21, 2013. 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.