CPSCMay 9, 2012

Bassinets Recalled by Kolcraft Due to Fall Hazard

Bassinets Recalled by Kolcraft Due to Fall Hazard

Why was Bassinets Recalled by Kolcraft Due to Fall Hazard recalled?

The latches that attach the bassinet base onto the metal frame can appear to be locked in place but still remain unlocked. This allows the bassinet to become detached from the metal frame, causing the bassinet to fall and the infant to be injured.

What should I do if I have this product?

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled bassinets and contact the firm by phone or on-line to receive a repair kit and instructions for securing the latches to the metal frame. In the meantime, parents are urged to find an alternate, safe sleeping environment for the child, such as a crib that meets current safety standards or play yard depending on the child's age. Contact: For additional information, contact Kolcraft toll-free at (888) 624-1908 between 7 a.m. and 6 p.m. ET Monday through Friday or visit the firm's website at www.kolcraft.com

What to do with a recalled product: refunds, receipts, safe disposal and how to report a problem.

Is my product affected?

Compare the item in your hand with every identifier below from the official CPSC record. Only products that match the listed product and identifiers are part of this recall.

Product
Kolcraft Tender Vibes & Light Vibes bassinets
Company
Kolcraft Enterprises Inc., of Chicago, Ill.
Quantity
About 46,000
Sold at
Mass market and independent juvenile specialty stores nationwide and online from July 2008 through May 2012 for between about $50 and $100.
Recall date
May 9, 2012
Incidents / injuries
CPSC and Kolcraft have received seven reports of latches that detached from the bassinet frame. One infant received a bruised cheek when the bassinet detached from the metal frame and landed sideways on the floor with the infant inside.
Agency
CPSC

Product description

This recall includes Kolcraft Tender Vibes bassinets with model numbers KB021-ARC, KB022-VER, KB039-CMR1 and Light Vibes bassinet with model number KB043-BNT1. A label with the model/item number of the bassinet is located on one of the legs of the metal frame. The recalled bassinets were manufactured from July 2008 through May 2010. The words "Kolcraft Tender Vibes" or "Kolcraft Light Vibes" are located on the removable music box which is attached to the side of the bassinet.

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