Vermont Precision Woodworks Recalls Cribs Due to Slats Detaching

Plain-English summary

Vermont Precision Woodworks is recalling approximately 990 full-size wooden cribs, including models 7010 Alpine, 7020 Caspian, 7030 Coventry, 7040 Dunmore, and 7070 Haystack. The cribs were sold nationwide between January 2000 and March 2002 for between $500 and $800. The recalled cribs are solid maple and available in five finishes: natural, colonial, white, cherry, and cinnamon. A label on the bottom of the cribs reads "Vermont Precision Woodworks" and includes the manufacturing date and model name.

The recall was issued because the slats on the cribs can loosen and detach from the drop side rail. This creates a large opening between the slats where a child's head or neck could become entrapped, resulting in serious injury or death. Vermont Precision Woodworks has received 21 reports of slats detaching, but no injuries have been reported. CPSC staff found that the recalled side rails failed the ASTM voluntary standard test for structural integrity.

Consumers should immediately stop using these recalled cribs until the repair has been performed. Vermont Precision Woodworks is providing consumers with replacement drop side rails. Consumers can contact Vermont Precision Woodworks toll-free at (866) 869-7974 or visit the firm's website at www.vermontprecisionwoodworks.com.

The recalled product

Product

Vermont Precision Woodworks cribs

Manufacturer

Vermont Precision Woodworks, of Morrisville, Vt.

Category

Consumer Product — Baby Cribs

Hazard

• entrapment
• structural-failure

Affected units

990

Distribution

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