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Consumer product recall

Archived - Changing Tables

Starting date:
May 1, 2001
Posting date:
May 1, 2001
Type of communication:
Consumer Product Recall
Subcategory:
Childrens' Products
Source of recall:
Health Canada
Identification number:
RA-500001509

Affected products

Changing Tables

Product description

The changing table is made of beech wood and comes in a variety of colours including white, honey oak, natural and cherry finishes. The table measures about 38 inches high by 35 inches wide by 20 inches deep.

There are two labels on one of the rails of the changing table. One label is gold and reads in part "Child Craft Industries" and the other label is stamped in black ink and reads in part "FoppsPedretti, Made in Italy."

Hazard identified

Some changing table joints were not properly glued and can separate, presenting a fall hazard to babies.

Child Craft has received six reports of the changing tables falling apart, including one report of a baby starting to fall from a collapsing table when she was caught by her mother. No injuries have been reported.

Time period sold

August 1998 through April 2001 for about $150.

Place of origin

Child Craft Industries

Companies

Manufacturer
Child Craft Industries

What you should do

Consumers should stop using the recalled changing tables immediately and call Child Craft at 866-423-3114 between 8:30 a.m. and 5:30p.m. ET Monday through Friday to receive information on participating in this recall. Consumers also can visit the firm's Web site at Child Craft Company.