Six Retailers Agree To Stop Sale and Recall Simplicity Bassinets Due To Strangulation Hazard

Active Recall Announced August 28, 2008 CPSC #08381

Quick answer

Six Retailers Agree To Stop Sale and Recall Simplicity Bassinets Due To Strangulation Hazard is CPSC recall #08381, announced on August 28, 2008. The CPSC cites the following hazard: The Simplicity 3-in-1 and 4-in-1 convertible bassinets contain metal bars that are covered by an adjustable fabric flap which is fastened by Velcro over the bars (see first picture). Models that have been modified or redesigned so that the fabric is permanently attached and stitched over the lower bar creating a barrier are not included in this recall (see second picture). The remedy is consumers should ensure that no child is placed to sleep in a simplicity convertible bassinet covered by this warning and return the product to the store where purchased to receive a refund or store credit.. Affected brands: Simplicity Inc., Wal-Mart , Toys "R" Us, Kmart, Big Lots!, Target, J.C. Penney.

Hazard

The Simplicity 3-in-1 and 4-in-1 convertible bassinets contain metal bars that are covered by an adjustable fabric flap which is fastened by Velcro over the bars (see first picture). Models that have been modified or redesigned so that the fabric is permanently attached and stitched over the lower bar creating a barrier are not included in this recall (see second picture).

Affected products

Simplicity 3-in-1 and 4-in-1 convertible bassinets

Recalled brands

Simplicity Inc., Wal-Mart , Toys "R" Us, Kmart, Big Lots!, Target, J.C. Penney

Remedy

Consumers should ensure that no child is placed to sleep in a Simplicity convertible bassinet covered by this warning and return the product to the store where purchased to receive a refund or store credit.

Recall date

August 28, 2008

Categories

Bassinets/Baby Hammocks

Frequently asked questions

What is CPSC recall #08381?

CPSC recall #08381 covers Six Retailers Agree To Stop Sale and Recall Simplicity Bassinets Due To Strangulation Hazard, announced by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission on August 28, 2008. The CPSC cites the following hazard: The Simplicity 3-in-1 and 4-in-1 convertible bassinets contain metal bars that are covered by an adjustable fabric flap which is fastened by Velcro over the bars (see first picture). Models that have been modified or redesigned so that the fabric is permanently attached and stitched over the lower bar creating a barrier are not included in this recall (see second picture).

What is the remedy for recall #08381?

The CPSC remedy for recall #08381 is consumers should ensure that no child is placed to sleep in a simplicity convertible bassinet covered by this warning and return the product to the store where purchased to receive a refund or store credit.. Consumers should stop using the product and follow the instructions in the official CPSC notice.

I sell this product on Shopify. What do I need to do?

If you sell Six Retailers Agree To Stop Sale and Recall Simplicity Bassinets Due To Strangulation Hazard on Shopify, stop selling the affected units immediately, notify customers who purchased them, and consider whether you have a Section 15(b) reporting obligation to the CPSC. RecallDocket helps Shopify merchants identify affected SKUs and prepare the required safety report.

Where is the official CPSC notice for this recall?

The primary source is the official CPSC notice at https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2008/Six-Retailers-Agree-To-Stop-Sale-and-Recall-Simplicity-Bassinets-Due-To-Strangulation-Hazard. RecallDocket links to it from this page.

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