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Recalls / 2009-02-04

Dorel Juvenile Group Recalls Safety 1st Stair Gates Due to Fall Hazard

09117 · Recalled 2009-02-04 · CPSC page

Recalled Stair Gate
Recalled Stair Gate

Description

The recall involves the Safety 1st SmartLight Stair Gate with model number 42111, which is printed on a sticker under the handle panel. The gates, which were manufactured before December 31, 2007, are white metal with a gray handle and a motion sensor nightlight that illuminates on approach. The manufacture date is located below the gate's handle as a date wheel imprinted in the plastic; an arrow indicates the month, and the year is stamped inside the circle. The manufacture date is also printed on a sticker inside the battery door.

Hazards

The hinges that hold the stair gate in place can break, posing a fall hazard to children if the gate is placed at the top of the stairs.

Reported injuries

None reported.

Remedy

Consumers should stop using the recalled gate and contact the company to obtain a free repair kit.

Products

NameModelUnits
Safety 1st SmartLight Stair Gates100000

Parties

Importer
Dorel Juvenile Group USA, of Columbus, Ind.
Made in
China
Sold at
Mass merchandise, juvenile product, including Babies R Us, Wal-Mart, from January 2005 through December 2007 for about $60.

Consumer contact

Consumers can call the toll-free number 1 (866) 690-2540 Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m EDT; complete an online order form on the Dorel Juvenile Group Web site at www.djgusa.com/safety_notice/ to obtain their free repair kit; email the company at Smartlightgate@djgusa.com, or send a fax to (800) 207-8182. Consumers should not return product to retail stores.

More images

Recalled Stair Gate with location of sticker
Recalled Stair Gate with location of sticker

Source: CPSC recall 09117. Inclusion in this database is not legal or medical advice.