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Drop-side cribs by Dutailier
- Starting date:
- July 19, 2011
- Posting date:
- July 19, 2011
- Type of communication:
- Consumer Product Recall
- Subcategory:
- Childrens' Products, Household Items
- Source of recall:
- Health Canada
- Audience:
- General Public (GP)
- Identification number:
- RA-500002614
Affected products
Drop-side cribs by Dutailier
Product description
This recall involves drop-side cribs manufactured by Dutailier. The affected cribs have the following model numbers ending with 01-94.
- E1230C2
- E3500C2
- E3540C2
- E5100C2
- E5140C2
- E5530C2
- E9000C2
- E9100C2
Hazard identified
The slats of the drop-side can detach from the top and bottom rails after repeated use.
The Dutailier Group has reported a case concerning the slats detaching from the rail. There was no report of injury.
Health Canada has received no complaints or incidents about the affected cribs.
For more information on crib requirements in Canada as well as the safe use of cribs, see Health Canada's Crib Safety Booklet. For more information on safe sleeping practices for infants, see Health Canada's Consumer Information Bulletin - Safe Sleep Practices for Infants.
Number sold
Approximately 313 drop-side cribs were sold across Canada.
Time period sold
The recalled cribs were sold from January 2009 through February 2010.
Place of origin
Manufactured in China.
Companies
- Manufacturer
-
DongYing Shenghui Woodenware Co. Ltd.
DongYing
CHINA
- Distributor
-
Groupe Dutailier
St-Pie
Quebec
CANADA
Tel: 1-800-363-9817
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What you should do
Consumers should carefully examine the drop-side rail hardware for any signs of damage. If consumers determine that the drop-side hardware is broken, loose, missing, or deformed or that there are any other reasons for concern, consumers should immediately stop using the recalled cribs and find an alternative safe sleeping environment for their baby.
Concerned consumers are instructed to contact the Dutailier Group as of August 8th, 2011 to receive a free repair kit. For more information or to order a repair kit, consumers may communicate with the Dutailier Group at 1-800-363-9817.