Recalls / 2002-04-25

CPSC, Vermont Precision Woodworks Announce Recall of Cribs

02149 · Recalled 2002-04-25 · CPSC page

Description

The recalled cribs include models, 7010 Alpine, 7020 Caspian, 7030 Coventry, 7040 Dunmore and 7070 Haystack. The full-size cribs are solid maple and are available in five finishes, natural, colonial, white, cherry, and cinnamon. A label on the bottom of the cribs reads, "Vermont Precision Woodworks." The manufacturing date and model name is also printed on the label. The cribs were made in the USA. The ASTM voluntary standard for full-size baby cribs includes tests for structural integrity of crib components. CPSC staff found that the recalled side rails failed the ASTM voluntary standard test. Vermont Woodworks revised the assembly procedure for the replacement rails to comply with the ASTM standard.

Hazards

The slats on the cribs can loosen and detach from the drop side rail, creating a large opening between the slats, where a child's head or neck could become entrapped, resulting in serious injury or death.

Reported injuries

Vermont Precision Woodworks has received 21 reports of slats detaching. No injuries have been reported.

Remedy

Consumers should immediately stop using these recalled cribs until the repair has been performed. Vermont Precision Woodworks is providing consumers with replacement drop side rails.

Products

Name	Model	Units
Vermont Precision Woodworks cribs		About 990

Parties

Manufacturer: Vermont Precision Woodworks
Made in: United States
Sold at: Juvenile product, furniture stores sold the cribs nationwide, from January 2000 through March 2002, for, $800.

Consumer contact

Consumers can contact Vermont Precision Woodworks toll-free at (866) 869-7974 anytime or visit the firm's website at www.vermontprecisionwoodworks.com

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Recalled wooden crib, model 7040 Dunmore

Source: CPSC recall 02149. Inclusion in this database is not legal or medical advice.