Recalls / 2009-08-04

Baby Hammocks Recalled by Nova Natural Toys & Crafts Due to Fall and Strangulation Hazards

09760 · Recalled 2009-08-04 · CPSC page

Description

The recalled baby hammock is a cream-colored canvas and hangs from a wooden pole. The hammock measures about 29 x 43 inches. It has three restraint straps with red buckles and is attached to a cushioned pad for the infant. A mounting fixture, also called a fixing set, is sold with the hammock. "La Siesta" is printed on a tag located below the restraint straps. Model number YABN-1 is printed on a white tag sewn into the hammock's side seam.

Hazards

The hammock can flip over, posing a serious fall hazard and strangulation hazard to infants who become entrapped in the seat's restraint straps while upside down.

Reported injuries

No incidents have been reported.

Remedy

Consumers should immediately stop using the baby hammock and contact Nova Natural to receive a free replacement hammock. The firm has contacted all known purchasers of this product.

Products

Name	Model	Units
Yayita Baby Hammocks		About 265 (Related recalls have been issued: #08-604 and #09-761)

Parties

Distributor: Nova Natural Toys & Crafts LLC, of Williston, Vt.
Made in: Colombia

Consumer contact

For additional information, contact Nova Natural toll-free at (877) 668-2111 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's Web site at www.novanatural.com

Source: CPSC recall 09760. Inclusion in this database is not legal or medical advice.