Pottery Barn Kids Recalls Crib Bumpers Due to Entanglement Hazard
CPSC recall 07252 · announced July 24, 2007 · Pottery Barn Kids · 31,000 units affected
The product
This recall involves the Diamond Matelassé, Floral Matelassé and Polka Dot Matelassé crib bumpers made of 100% cotton. The Diamond Matelassé bumpers are white and have decorative thread in pink, blue, green, yellow or chocolate stitched along the scalloped edge. The Polka Dot and Floral bumpers come in assorted colors with matching decorative stitching. A label on the bumper reads "pottery barn kids".
The hazard
The decorative stitching on the bumper's edge can come loose, posing an entanglement hazard to young children.
What to do (per CPSC)
Consumers should stop using the bumpers immediately and remove any exposed stitching, or contact Pottery Barn Kids for a refund.
Notes
Incidents (per CPSC): Pottery Barn Kids has received two reports of incidents involving the decorative stitching coming loose. No injuries have been reported.
Sold at: Pottery Barn Kids stores nationwide, its catalog, and online stores from February 2003 through June 2007 for about $90.
Consumer contact: For additional information, call Pottery Barn Kids toll-free at (877) 800-9720 between 7 a.m. and 12 a.m. ET daily or visit the company's website 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.