CPSC, Vermont Precision Woodworks Announce Recall of Cribs
CPSC recall 02149 · announced April 25, 2002 · Vermont Precision Woodworks · 990 units affected
The product
The recalled cribs include models, 7010 Alpine, 7020 Caspian, 7030 Coventry, 7040 Dunmore and 7070 Haystack. The full-size cribs are solid maple and are available in five finishes, natural, colonial, white, cherry, and cinnamon. A label on the bottom of the cribs reads, "Vermont Precision Woodworks." The manufacturing date and model name is also printed on the label. The cribs were made in the USA. The ASTM voluntary standard for full-size baby cribs includes tests for structural integrity of crib components. CPSC staff found that the recalled side rails failed the ASTM voluntary standard test. Vermont Woodworks revised the assembly procedure for the replacement rails to comply with the ASTM standard.
The hazard
The slats on the cribs can loosen and detach from the drop side rail, creating a large opening between the slats, where a child's head or neck could become entrapped, resulting in serious injury or death.
What to do (per CPSC)
Consumers should immediately stop using these recalled cribs until the repair has been performed. Vermont Precision Woodworks is providing consumers with replacement drop side rails.
Notes
Incidents (per CPSC): Vermont Precision Woodworks has received 21 reports of slats detaching. No injuries have been reported.
Sold at: Juvenile product and furniture stores sold the cribs nationwide, from January 2000 through March 2002, for between $500 and $800.
Consumer contact: Consumers can contact Vermont Precision Woodworks toll-free at (866) 869-7974 anytime or visit the firm's website at www.vermontprecisionwoodworks.com
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission public recall data. This page reports official records and is not legal, medical, or repair advice.