Simplicity Cribs Recalled by Retailers; Mattress-Support Collapse Can Cause Suffocation and Strangulation

Active Recall Announced April 29, 2010 CPSC #10211

Quick answer

Simplicity Cribs Recalled by Retailers; Mattress-Support Collapse Can Cause Suffocation and Strangulation is CPSC recall #10211, announced on April 29, 2010. The CPSC cites the following hazard: This recall involves ALL Simplicity cribs with tubular metal mattress-support frames regardless of model name or model number. The name "Simplicity Inc." or "Simplicity for Children" appears on a label on the crib's mattress-support frame and/or the crib's end panels. The remedy is cpsc staff urges parents and caregivers to stop using these cribs immediately and find an alternative, safe sleeping environment for their baby; do not attempt to fix these cribs. consumers should contact the store where the crib was purchased to receive a refund, replacement crib or store credit.. Affected brand: Simplicity Inc. and SFCA Inc. of Reading, Pa. (the firms are no longer in business).

Hazard

This recall involves ALL Simplicity cribs with tubular metal mattress-support frames regardless of model name or model number. The name "Simplicity Inc." or "Simplicity for Children" appears on a label on the crib's mattress-support frame and/or the crib's end panels.

Affected products

Simplicity full-size cribs with tubular metal mattress-support frames

Recalled brands

Simplicity Inc. and SFCA Inc. of Reading, Pa. (the firms are no longer in business)

Remedy

CPSC staff urges parents and caregivers to stop using these cribs immediately and find an alternative, safe sleeping environment for their baby; do not attempt to fix these cribs. Consumers should contact the store where the crib was purchased to receive a refund, replacement crib or store credit.

Recall date

April 29, 2010

Categories

Cribs

Frequently asked questions

What is CPSC recall #10211?

CPSC recall #10211 covers Simplicity Cribs Recalled by Retailers; Mattress-Support Collapse Can Cause Suffocation and Strangulation, announced by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission on April 29, 2010. The CPSC cites the following hazard: This recall involves ALL Simplicity cribs with tubular metal mattress-support frames regardless of model name or model number. The name "Simplicity Inc." or "Simplicity for Children" appears on a label on the crib's mattress-support frame and/or the crib's end panels.

What is the remedy for recall #10211?

The CPSC remedy for recall #10211 is cpsc staff urges parents and caregivers to stop using these cribs immediately and find an alternative, safe sleeping environment for their baby; do not attempt to fix these cribs. consumers should contact the store where the crib was purchased to receive a refund, replacement crib 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 Simplicity Cribs Recalled by Retailers; Mattress-Support Collapse Can Cause Suffocation and Strangulation 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/2010/Simplicity-Cribs-Recalled-by-Retailers-Mattress-Support-Collapse-Can-Cause-Suffocation-and-Strangulation. RecallDocket links to it from this page.

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