C&T International Recalls Wooden Baby Cribs Due to Side Rail Defects

Plain-English summary

C&T International Inc. is recalling approximately 800 full-size wooden baby cribs in cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC). The recall involves two models: the Tracy model (item 800), a wooden sleigh crib, and the Christine model (item 210), a wooden rocker crib. These cribs were sold in juvenile product stores in Massachusetts, Connecticut, New York, New Jersey, Pennsylvania, Maryland, Virginia, and Florida between February 1994 and March 1996 for approximately $350.

The side rails on these cribs can loosen and separate, creating a space greater than 2-3/8 inches between the slats. This defect creates a risk of strangulation if a baby's head becomes entrapped between the slats, as well as a risk of serious injury if a baby falls out of the crib. CPSC is aware of five reports where the cribs' side rails were missing or loose, but no injuries have been reported.

Consumers should stop using the affected cribs immediately. To identify if a crib is affected, check the manufacturer's identification, which includes the item number, located on the inside headboard. Consumers can call C&T toll-free at (888) 470-1260 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. EDT, Monday through Friday, to arrange for free replacement rails.

The recalled product

Product

Christine full-size wooden baby cribs

Manufacturer

C&T International/Sorelle

Category

Consumer Product — Baby Cribs

Hazard

• strangulation
• fall-injury

Distribution

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