Baby Product Recalls 2

For more details and past recalls please visit the Government of Canada’s Healthy Canadian’s website at:
www.healthycanadians.gc.ca/pr-rp/pr-rp_e.php

Jan. 8, 2010 - More than 200,000 Big Rex & Friends cloth books from St. Martin's Press are recalled because a red plastic dot sewn to the book contains high levels of lead. The book has a black and white striped border with a red dinosaur on the front, and ISBN 031249260X or 9780312492601 is on the back. Take the book away from children immediately.

You can call 800-347-9411 or visit www.priddybooks.com/recall for return and refund instructions.

Jan. 14, 2010 - About 1,000 Caramia Diane drop-side cribs are recalled because the slats can detach from the upper and lower crib rails. This could create a gap where a baby can become entrapped or fall from the crib. No injuries have been reported. These cribs were manufactured between Sept. 2002 and June 2004, and have a label with the manufacture date inside the headboard or footboard. If you own a Caramia Diane crib, stop using it immediately. Call 877-728-0342 or visit www.caramiafurniture.com for a free replacement drop-side (not available until March 2010).

Jan. 19, 2010 - Dorel Asia has recalled 635,000 cribs because the drop-side hardware can fail, which allows the drop side to move away from the crib, creating a gap. A baby can become entrapped in that space, possibly resulting in strangulation. A second problem is the gap caused by damaged crib slats. The slat damage can happen during shipping, use or when the crib is stored and reassembled. One death was reported as a result of the hardware failure, and 31 additional hardware failures, including 6 incidents of entrapment, were also reported. Another 36 incidents of slats breaking were reported, including seven injuries. These cribs were sold from Jan. 2005 to Dec. 2009 at Wal-Mart, Sears and K-Mart.

Click this link for a list of Dorel Asia Crib recall Stop using the crib immediately and visit dorel-asia.com to order a free repair kit.

Jan. 20, 2010 - Graco has recalled 1.5 million Passage, Alano and Spree strollers, including travel systems, because the plastic canopy hinge poses a risk of fingertip amputation and lacerations. The company has received seven reports of children putting their fingers in the hinge when it was being opened or closed, resulting in five fingertip amputations and two lacerations. Only Graco strollers with a plastic, jointed hinge with notches for canopy positioning are included in the recall.

Click Graco Baby Stroller Recall for a list of model numbers affected.

Call 800-345-4109 or visit gracobaby.com to order the free protective hinge cover kit.

Jan. 26, 2010 - About 15,000 Nature Wonders HD pinto horse figurines sold at Wal-Mart are recalled because the surface paint contains high levels of lead. The horses are white and brown and were sold between Jan. and July 2009 for about $4. Take the toys away from children and call 888-405-7696 or visit www.bliptoys.com/recall to receive a replacement toy.

Jan. 27, 2010 - More than 1,000 Cybex strollers are recalled because there's a risk of fingertip amputation or lacerations if a child puts his or her fingers in the hinge when the stroller is being opened or unfolded. One injury has been reported. Cybex Ruby, Onyx and Topaz stroller models sold between August and November 2009 are all included in the recall.Stop using the stroller and call 800-593-5522 or visit www.regallager.com/recalls to receive a free hinge cover kit.

Feb. 9, 2010 - All Generation 2 Worldwide and ChildESIGNS drop-side cribs are being recalled due to a risk of entrapment and suffocation. The drop-side hardware can break, allowing the side to pull away and form a dangerous gap. If you own a Generation 2 Worldwide or ChildESIGNS drop-side crib, you are advised to find an alternative safe sleep environment for your baby immediately. CPSC warns against trying to repair the crib on your own. The manufacturer went out of business in 2005, so full details about affected cribs is not available. The manufacturer name is on a label on the inside of the headboard or footboard. Some of the known model numbers are 10-110X, 10-210X, 21-110X, 20-710X, 64-315X, 26-110X, 90-257X, 20-810X, 46-715X, 64-311X, 74-315X, 21-815X, 21-810X, 20815X, 308154 and 54915, but ALL Generation 2 Worldwide and ChildESIGNS drop-side cribs are included, even if they have a different model number. Three children have suffocated in these cribs, and 20 additional incidents of drop-side detachment. Contact the store where the crib was purchased for a refund, replacement crib or store credit.

Feb. 9, 2010 - About 360,000 Discovery Kids animated marine and safari lamps are recalled because a defect in the circuit board can cause a short, which poses a fire and burn hazard. Nine incidents of shorts have been reported. The silver lamps have a rotating film with marine or safari themes. The marine lamps have model numbers 1627121 or 1628626. The safari lamps have model numbers 1627124 or 1628626. Stop using the lamps and call 888-232-1535 or visit www.lamprecall.org.

Feb. 10, 2010 - Manhattan Toy is recalling 2,400 pull toys in the U.S. and another 400 toys in Canada because some of the toy's wooden components can break off or come loose, posing a choking hazard. The Pull-A-Long Friends Toucan™ (210720GB), Pull-A-Long Friends Alligator™ (210750GB) and Pull-A-Long Friends Sharky™ (210530GB) are included in the recall. You can find the numbers listed above on the bottom of the toy. Stop using the toys and return them to the store where purchased for refund or replacement. Call 800-541-1345 or visit www.manhattantoy.com for more information.

Feb. 10, 2010 - Tiny Love has recalled 600,000 Wind Chime Toys in the U.S., and another 200,000 toys in Canada, because the toys can be pulled apart, exposing sharp metal rods that pose puncture and laceration hazards. One injury has been reported. Some Wind Chime toys were sold alone, while some were sold with the Gymini Kick & Play Activity Gym or Tiny Smarts gift sets. Included in the recall are Baby Wind Chime (#493), Baby Wind Chime - Ocean (#593), Tiny Smarts – Baby Bunny (#512), Wind Chime - Duck (#811, sold with Gymini Kick & Play Activity Gym), Wind Chime - Louie (#516), Wind Chime - Ella (#517) and Tiny Smarts Gift Set (#539, chime only). Stop using the recalled Wind Chime toys and call 888-791-8166 or visit www.tinylove.com for a free replacement toy.

Feb. 10, 2010 - Britax is recalling 14,000 Blink strollers in the U.S., and another 900 Blink strollers in Canada. The stroller hinge poses a risk of fingertip amputation or laceration during unfolding. All Britax Blink strollers are included in the recall. Model numbers are U261813, U261814, U261815, U261816, U261817, U271813, U271817 and U271815. The strollers were manufactured between May and Sept. 2009. Stop using the stroller and call 888-427-4829 or visit www.blinkrecall.com to receive stroller hinge covers.

Feb. 17, 2010 - Allreds Design (Hidden Hollow Beads) has recalled 900 baby bracelets and pacifier clips because they contain high levels of lead. One child has been treated for elevated lead levels as a result. The bracelets and pacifier clips have plastic beads and a metal clasp. They were sold June - Dec. 2008. Stop using the jewelry and call 866-695-3551 for a replacement product.

Mar. 18, 2010 - Graco is recalling 1.2 million Harmony high chairs because the screws holding the front legs of the high chair can loosen and fall out, or a plastic bracket on the back legs can crack. Either of these problems can result in an unstable high chair that can tip over and injure the child. More than 450 tip-overs have been reported as a result of the screws falling out or the bracket cracking. More than 20 injuries were also reported. The Harmony high chair was made between Nov. 2003 and Dec. 2009. Click Graco Baby High Chair Recall for model numbers. Stop using the high chairs immediately and call 877-842-3206 or visit www.gracobaby.com for a repair kit.

Mar. 2, 2010 - About 127,000 Scooby Doo, Tweety and Batman plastic fork and spoon sets sold at Dollar Tree and Deals stores have been recalled because the middle fork tines can detach, posing a choking hazard. Stop using the fork and spoon sets and return them to a Dollar Tree or Deals store for a refund.

Mar. 24, 2010 - Infantino has recalled 1 million SlingRider and Wendy Bellissimo baby slings due to a suffocation risk. An additional 15,000 slings are recalled in Canada. Three infant deaths associated with these baby slings. CPSC advises that you stop using these slings immediately for infants under 4 months old. Infantino will replace the baby slings with a choice of Wrap & Tie baby carrier, shopping cart cover, or activity gym. Call 866-860-1361 or visit www.infantino.com.

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April 6, 2010 - About 15,000 Gund board books are recalled because the styrofoam filling in the book binding can detach, which poses a choking hazard. This recall also includes 865 Gund board books sold in Canada. The miniature board books measure about 4.5"x7" and have a rattle handle. Three book styles are included in the recall: Animals (059174), Numbers (059175) and Colors (059176). They were sold separately and as a 3-book set. The item number can be found on the back of the book. Stop using it immediately and contact Gund at 800-436-3726 or www.Gund.com for a replacement product.

INFANT/CHILDREN TYLENOL & MOTRIN RECALL

May 2, 2010. Johnson & Johnson, the makers of Tylenol & Motrin have voluntarily recalled several infant/children’s formulas for failing to meet quality standards.

For affected lot numbers and more information: Baby's Health

April 29, 2010 - New Recall of Simplicity baby cribs because the metal mattress support frame can bend or detach, allowing the mattress to collapse. When a mattress collapses, it can create a space where a baby or toddler can be trapped or fall out of the crib. A one-year-old child suffocated when he was entrapped by the collapsed mattress in a Simplicity crib. Click here for a list of product numbers and photos of affected cribs. This recall will be carried out by retailers since the manufacturer is no longer in business. These cribs were sold at Walmart, Target and Babies R Us stores. You should contact the store where you purchased the crib to receive a refund, store credit or replacement crib. Do not attempt to repair the crib.

April 29, 2010 - More than 200,000 Graco brand drop-side cribs are recalled because the drop side hardware can break or fail, which could allow the drop side to detach. When a drop side detaches, a dangerous gap can form, and babies and toddlers can be entrapped or wedged in the space, possibly leading to suffocation or strangulation. Nearly 100 incidents of the drop side hardware breaking or failing have been reported. Graco brand drop-side cribs manufactured by LaJobi are included in this recall. The cribs were sold in cherry, espresso, natural and white finishes. Click the headline link for the complete list of model numbers and photos. You can find the model number and other crib information on the inside of the headboard or footboard, and on the bottom of the crib rail. Stop using the crib immediately and find an alternative, safe sleep spot for your baby until the crib can be repaired. Contact LaJobi at 888-842-2215 or www.LaJobi.com for a repair kit that will immobilize the drop side.

June 24, 2010. DROP-SIDE CRIBS various Manufacturers:

SIMMONS Drop-Side Cribs - Visit www.cribrecallcenter.com for pictures, then select the crib type and model number to order the correct repair kit to immobilize the crib's drop side. Call 877-342-3439 for more information.

MILLION DOLLAR BABY Drop-Side Cribs - Call 888-673-6488 or visit www.themdbfamily.com/safety to order a repair kit to immobilize the drop side.

LAJOBI Drop-Side Cribs - This recall covers all drop-side cribs of the Bonavita, Babi Italia and ISSI brands, all manufactured by LaJobi. A label on the headboard lists the manufacturer name. Call 888-738-5676 or visit www.lajobi.com to order a repair kit that will immobilize the drop side.

DELTA Drop-Side Cribs - Delta drop-side cribs with three different styles of drop-side hardware are included. Any Delta crib with a wooden stabilizer bar that supports the mattress platform, including some fixed-side cribs, is also included. Please visit www.cribrecallcenter.com and use the photos to determine whether or not your crib is affected. Call 877-342-3418 or visit www.cribrecallcenter.com for more information.

EVENFLO Drop-Side Cribs - Call 800-356-2229 or visit www.safefty.evenflo.com for more information or to order the repair kit. An additional repair kit for the mattress support system is available for some Evenflo crib models.

June 17, 2010 - More than 3,000 Cybex 2.Go infant carriers are recalled because the shoulder strap slider buckle can break, and this could allow the baby to fall. This recall covers 2,700 baby carriers in the U.S. and an additional 400 carriers in Canada. Stop using the carriers immediately and call 866-678-8940 or visit www.regallager.com/recalls to receive a replacement carrier.

July 15, 2010 - About 20,000 Cozy Indoor Outdoor Portable Playard Tents are recalled because the clips that attach the tent to the top of the playard can break or be removed by a child. The child can then lift the tent and become entrapped between the tent and the playard, posing a strangulation hazard. One child death is associated with this recall. Call 800-626-0339 to order replacement clips.

July 14, 2010 - About 82,000 Pottery Barn Kids Drop-Side Cribs are recalled because the drop-side can detach when the hardware breaks, posing a risk of entrapment and suffocation. All Pottery Barn Kids drop-side cribs are included in the recall. Call 877-804-3847 or visit www.potterybarnkids.com to order a kit that will immobilize the drop side.

July 12, 2010 "Momma Bird" Plush Toy. Health Canada's sampling and evaluation program has identified that the hard plastic eyes on the bird can detach; these small parts pose a choking hazard to young children. Consumers should immediately take the recalled plush bird toys away from children and dispose of them in regular household garbage. For more information, consumers may contact Buy Smart at 1-519-681-1777 X 226.

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