Drop-Side Crib Recalled For Hardware Failures
More than 11,000 drop-side cribs have been recalled after two children were injured due to hardware failures. Alexander Designs Ltd. announced the recall last week, reporting that there is a risk of the drop-side of the crib detaching and falling unexpectedly. When this occurs, a gap is created between the side of the crib and the mattress, posing a suffocation risk for infants.
Name of product: Alexander Designs Ltd. brand drop-side cribs
Units: About 11,400
Manufacturer: Jardine Enterprises Ltd., of Taipei, Taiwan
Distributor: J.C. Penney, of Plano, Texas
Model Name JCPenney Item Number(s) Color
Alexander 3-in-1 Crib 343-8359 honey pine
343-8359 white
Alexander Classic Crib 343-8180 cherry
343-8180 honey pine
343-8180 white
Alexander Sleigh Crib 343-8802 cherry
343-8802 white
Sold through: JCPenney printed catalogs and online at JCPenney.com from March 2003 through April 2007 for about $200.
Manufactured in: China
Remedy: Consumers should immediately stop using the cribs and obtain a free repair kit that will immobilize the drop-side rail. In the meantime, parents are urged to find an alternate, safe sleeping environment for the child, such as a bassinet, play yard or toddler bed depending on the child's age.
Consumer Contact: For additional information, contact Jardine at (800) 295-1980
