CPSC, Pottery Barn Kids Announce Recall of Spindle Cribs
CPSC recall 05260 · announced September 8, 2005 · Pottery Barn Kids · 7,600 units affected
The product
This recall involves the Spindle Crib, model number 4825402. The product name and model number are printed on a label affixed to the base of the crib. Sold in white, pink and blue, the cribs are made of hardwood and measure 30.5" x 54.5" x 45" high.
The hazard
The spindles on the crib's front rail can loosen and detach from the rail. This can allow the child to fall from the crib and poses a risk of entrapment.
What to do (per CPSC)
Consumers should immediately stop using these cribs and contact Pottery Barn Kids to receive a free replacement front rail or a full refund (including shipping).
Notes
Incidents (per CPSC): Pottery Barn Kids has received six reports of incidents involving spindles detaching from the crib. No injuries have been reported.
Sold at: Pottery Barn Kids retail stores, the Pottery Barn Kids catalog and PotteryBarnKids.com nationwide, from January 2004 through July 2005, for between $300 and $500.
Consumer contact: For additional information, contact Pottery Barn Kids at (800) 330-6905 between 7 a.m. and 12 a.m. ET daily or visit the firm's Web site at www.potterybarnkids.com
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission public recall data. This page reports official records and is not legal, medical, or repair advice.