Bassettbaby Recalls to Repair Drop-Side Cribs Due to Entrapment, Suffocation and Fall Hazards

Examples of Drop Side Cribs with External Plastic Hardware

Bassettbaby drop-side cribs with external plastic hardware

Recall Date: November 22nd, 2010
Type: Cribs
Units: About 90,000
Hazards: The cribs' drop-side rail can malfunction, detach or otherwise fail, causing part of the drop side to detach from the crib. When a drop-side rail partially detaches, it creates a space between the drop-side and the crib mattress. An infant or toddler's body can become entrapped in the space, which can lead to strangulation and/or suffocation. A child also can fall out of the crib. Drop-side incidents also can occur due to incorrect assembly and age-related wear and tear.
Remedies: Repair
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled drop-side cribs and contact Bassettbaby for a free kit that will immobilize the drop side. In the meantime, parents are urged to find an alternate, safe sleeping environment for the child, such as a bassinet, play yard or toddler bed depending on the child's age.

Description

The recalled cribs are wood with a metal mattress support and have a drop side with external plastic hardware. The cribs were sold in a variety of finishes. A label is attached to the footboard or headboard with the names "Bassettbaby" or "Bassett Furniture Industries, Inc." as well as the model number, production date and other information. On some older models the manufacturer's name appears on a separate label. Note: This recall does not include non drop-side cribs. Style NumberProduct Description 5091-0604 Mission Single 5591-0604 Mission Single 5991-0604 Mission Single 5891-0604 Mission Single 5092-0604 Mission Bay Single 5592-0604 Mission Bay Single 5892-0604 Mission Bay Single 5992-0604 Mission Bay Single 5093-0604 Cape Cod Single 5093-0621 Cape Cod 4 N 1 5593-0604 Cape Cod Single 5593-0621 Cape Cod 4 N 1 5893-0604 Cape Cod Single 5893-0621 Cape Cod 4 N 1 5993-0604 Cape Cod Single 5993-0621 Cape Cod 4 N 1 5693-0621 Cape Cod 4 N 1 5765-0504 Woodlands Single 5919-0620 Bel-Aire 3 N 1 5100-0522 Terrace Park 3 N 1 5026-0620 Parson Ridge 4 N 1 5026-0504 Parson Ridge Single 5062-0504 Shenandoah Single 5062-0620 Shenandoah 4 N 1 5862-0620 Shenandoah 4 N 1 5089-0504 Chimney Corners Single 5446-0504 Hidden Hills Single 5935-0521 New Haven 3 N 1 5936-0521 New Haven 3 N 1 5405-0620 Richmond Park 3 N 1 5960-0604 Cottage Single 5960-0604Q Cottage Single 5665-0621 Timber Creek 4 N 1 5665-0621F Timber Creek 4 N 1 5665-0621S Timber Creek 4 N 1 5666-0621 Timber Creek 4 N 1 5666-0621S Timber Creek 4 N 1 5760-0604 Mission Single 5860-0604 Cottage Single 5860-0620 Cottage 3 N 1 5104-0514 Lake Wood Single 5401-0504 Lake Wood Single 5871-0621 Winsor 4 N 1 5871-0621W Winsor 4 N 1 5714-0504 English Manor Single

Images:

Examples of Drop Side Cribs with External Plastic Hardware

Close-up of External Plastic Hardware

Consumer Contact:

For additional information, contact Bassettbaby at (800) 308-7485 between 10 a.m. and 6 p.m. ET, Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's website at www.bassettbaby.com Important Message from CPSC: CPSC reminds parents not to use any crib with missing, broken or loose parts. Make sure to tighten hardware from time to time to keep the crib sturdy. When using a drop-side crib, parents should check to make sure the drop side or any other moving part operates smoothly. Always check all sides and corners of the crib for parts separating that can create a gap and entrap a child. In addition, do not try to repair any side of the crib. Babies have died in cribs where repairs were attempted by caregivers. Crib age is a factor in safety. At a minimum, CPSC staff recommends that you not use a crib that is older than 10 years. Many older cribs may not meet current voluntary standards and can have a variety of safety problems. Check if your crib has been recalled at www.cpsc.gov

Injuries:

The firm and CPSC are aware of 18 reported incidents in which drop-sides malfunctioned or detached from the crib. No injuries were reported. In one of the incidents a child became entrapped between the mattress and the drop-side. In three of the incidents children fell out of the cribs. The firm also has received 154 reports of drop-side hardware breaking during shipment, assembly or use.