Recalls / 2009-08-04
Baby Hammocks Recalled by Kaplan Early Learning Due to Fall and Strangulation Hazards
09761 · 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 Kaplan to receive a full credit toward the purchase of another product. The firm has contacted all known purchasers of this product.
Products
| Name | Model | Units |
|---|---|---|
| La Siesta Yayita Baby Hammocks | About 200 (Related recalls have been issued: #08-604 and #09-760) |
Parties
- Distributor
- Kaplan Early Learning Company, of Lewisville, N.C.
- Made in
- Colombia
- Sold at
- Kaplan's 2005-2007 Infant, Toddlers & Two (ITT) catalog, online at www.kaplanco.com
Consumer contact
For additional information, contact Kaplan at (800) 334-2014 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's Web site at www.kaplanco.com
Source: CPSC recall 09761. Inclusion in this database is not legal or medical advice.