J.C. Penny Crib Recall: Drop-Side Cribs Manufactured by Yu Wei
About 8,000 drop-side cribs manufactured by Yu Wei of Taiwan and sold by J.C. Penney have been recalled, according to the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC). The recall was initiated after nine reports of incidents involving drop side rails that malfunctioned or detached, including one report of a child who sustained minor abrasions to the arm.
Importer: J. C. Penney Purchasing Corp., of Plano, Texas
Manufacturer: Yu Wei Co. Ltd., of Taipei, Taiwan
Hazard: The drop-side rails on the crib can malfunction, detach or unexpectedly fall down, causing part of the drop side to fall out of position. When this happens, a space is created into which an infant or toddler can roll and become wedged or entrapped, which can lead to strangulation or suffocation. A child can also fall out of the crib. Drop-side incidents can also occur due to incorrect assembly and due to age-related wear and tear.
Description: This recall involves Yu Wei full-size cribs sold under the Scroll and Lauren model names. The cribs were sold in antique white, pecan and dark cherry, and have the following model numbers and date codes listed on the inside of the crib’s end panels.
| Model # | Description | Date Code Between |
|---|---|---|
| 343-8225 | Scroll Crib | 01/2006-12/2010 |
| 343-9117 | Lauren Crib | 01/2007-12/2010 |
Sold at: jcpenney.com and in the jcpenney catalog from January 2006 through December 2010 for between $300 and $450.
Manufactured in: Taiwan
Remedy: Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled cribs and contact Yu Wei to get a free immobilizer kit that will immobilize the drop side. In the meantime, parents are encouraged to find an alternate, safe sleep environment for the child, such as a bassinet, play yard or toddler bed depending on your child’s age.
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Drop Side Crib Recall Hazards
Suffocation and entrapment dangers associated with drop-side cribs
Recent dropside crib recalls have shed light on the serious dangers of this popular crib design. These cribs have one side designed to be raised and lowered. Although these cribs are convenient for parents reaching into at crib to lift a child, convenience is secondary to your child’s safety. That is the message being adopted by the Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC).
