Graco Recalls 1.2 Million Toddler Beds Due to Entrapment Risk

Plain-English summary

Graco Children's Products Inc. is recalling approximately 1.2 million toddler beds sold under the names "Cozy Toddler Bed," "Glow-in-the-Dark Toddler Bed," and "Classic Toddler Bed." The recalled beds are white plastic and steel with openings between the slats in the guard rails and footboard. Affected models include 8801, 8801WR, 8821, 8824, 8828, 8833, 30066, 34434, and 11030, which were sold at discount, department, and juvenile product stores nationwide from February 1994 through March 2001 for between $50 and $70.

The recall is due to a hazard where a child's arm, leg, or foot can become entrapped between the slats in the guard rails or footboard. This entrapment can result in broken bones, sprains, and other injuries to young children. Graco has received reports of 77 entrapments, which resulted in 13 broken arms and legs, 1 broken foot, a sprained ankle, and 54 other injuries including bruised, scratched, and swollen limbs.

Consumers should immediately remove the guard rails from the recalled beds and call Graco at (800) 837-4404 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday to receive a free retrofit kit. The kit includes custom-designed mesh coverings that must be attached to the guard rails and footboard to prevent entrapment. These mesh coverings will be available in 6 to 8 weeks.

The recalled product

Product

Graco Toddler Bed

Manufacturer

Graco Children's Products Inc. of Exton, Pa.

Category

Consumer Product — Furniture

Hazard

• entrapment
• broken-bones
• sprains

Distribution

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