Recent Recalls

Child Safe Brand Safety Latches and Outlet Covers Recall (July 27, 2011)

The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission, in cooperation with Prime-Line, of Redlands, California, today announced a voluntary recall of their Child Safe brand safety latches and outlet covers. The screws on the safety latches and outlet covers can loosen and/or break. When this happens, young children can gain access to electrical outlets and other potentially hazardous items.

For more information, read the full article about this recall.

Zooper Stroller Recall (May 27, 2011)

The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission, in cooperation with Lan Enterprises, LLC, of Hillsboro, Oregon, today announced a voluntary recall of their Zooper strollers sold with an optional use snack tray and armrest bar. The strollers pose a strangulation hazard to young children when a child is not harnessed.

For more information, read the full article about this recall.

Dream on Me Drop-Side Crib Recall (May 24, 2011)

The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission, in cooperation with Dream on Me, Inc. of Piscataway, N.J., today announced a voluntary recall of their full-size and portable drop-side cribs.

For more information, read the full article about this recall.

Second Infant Death Prompts Re-Announcement of Drop-Side Crib Recall (March 22, 2011)

Missing Safety Pegs Create Risk of Entrapment and Suffocation

The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) and Delta Enterprise Corp., of New York, N.Y. are re-announcing the 2008 recall of more than 985,000 drop-side cribs with "Crib Trigger Lock and Safety Peg" hardware. In January 2011, CPSC and Delta learned of a 2009 death in which 7-month-old girl from Colorado Springs, Colo. became entrapped and suffocated between the detached drop-side and mattress of her recalled crib. The crib was purchased secondhand and re-assembled without safety pegs in the bottom tracks.

For more information, read the full article about this recall.

Fun World Recalls Halloween Costumes with Toy Stethoscopes (March 9, 2011)

The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission, in cooperation with Fun World, Inc. a Division of Easter Unlimited, Inc. of Carle Place, N.Y., today announced a voluntary recall of their Little Pet Vet costumes and Dr. Littles costumes with a toy stethoscope accessory due to a choking hazard.

For more information, read the full article about this recall.

OBall Links and Mini Rattles Recalled (March 3, 2011)

The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission and Health Canada, in cooperation with Rhino Toys Inc., of Santa Cruz, California, today announced a voluntary recall of OBall Links & Mini Rattles.

For more information, read the full article about this recall.

Jogging Stroller Recalled (February 23, 2011)

The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission and Health Canada, in cooperation with the firm named below, today announced a voluntary recall of B.O.B.(r) single and double strollers. Consumers should stop using recalled products immediately unless otherwise instructed.

For more information, read the full article about this recall.

IKEA Recalls to Repair Cribs Due to Mattress Support Collapse (February 17, 2011)

The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission and Health Canada, in cooperation with IKEA Home Furnishings, today announced a voluntary recall of SNIGLAR non-drop-side, full-size cribs with model number 60091931. Consumers should stop using recalled products immediately unless otherwise instructed.

For more information, read the full article about this recall.

Bassinets Recalled by Burlington Basket Company Due to Fall Hazard (February 16, 2011)

The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission, in cooperation with Burlington Basket Company, today announced a voluntary recall of Burlington Basket Company bassinets. Consumers should stop using recalled products immediately unless otherwise instructed. It is illegal to resell or attempt to resell a recalled consumer product.

For more information, read the full article about this recall.

Sassy Recalls Infant Teethers / Rattles Due to an Ingestion Hazard (January 31, 2011)

The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission, in cooperation with Sassy Inc., of Kentwood, Michigan, today announced a voluntary recall of Refreshing Rings Infant Teethers / Rattles. Small pieces of the plastic ball can detach as a result of children chewing on the teether/rattle, posing an ingestion hazard. Consumers should stop using recalled products immediately unless otherwise instructed.

For more information, read the full article about the recall.

Pajamagram / Vermont Teddy Bear Infant and Toddler Footed Pajamas Recalled Due to Choking Hazard (January 11, 2011)

The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission, in cooperation with The Vermont Teddy Bear Company/Pajamagram, today announced a voluntary recall of Hoodie Footie Infant and Toddler Footed Pajamas. Consumers should stop using recalled products immediately unless otherwise instructed. It is illegal to resell or attempt to resell a recalled consumer product.

For more information, read the full article about the recall.

Hot Kids Children's Hooded Sweatshirts & Jackets w/ Drawstrings Recalled Due to Strangulation Risk (January 11, 2011)

The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission, in cooperation with Hot Kids, today announced a voluntary recall of Hot Kids children's hooded sweatshirts and jackets. Consumers should stop using recalled products immediately unless otherwise instructed. It is illegal to resell or attempt to resell a recalled consumer product.

For more information, read the full article about the recall.

CPSC and BabyLegs Recall Leg Warmers and Socks (December 23, 2010)

The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission, in cooperation with BabyLegs of Seattle, WA, today announced a voluntary recall of BabyLegs brand baby leg warmers and socks. Consumers should stop using recalled products immediately unless otherwise instructed. It is illegal to resell or attempt to resell a recalled consumer product.

For more details, read the full article about the recall.

CPSC and The First Years Recall American Red Cross Cabinet Swing Locks (December 2, 2010)

The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission, in cooperation with Learning Curve Brands/The First Years., today announced a voluntary recall of American Red Cross Cabinet Swing Locks. The installed latches can break and children could gain access to contents of a cabinet, posing the risk of exposure to hazardous items. Consumers should stop using recalled products immediately unless otherwise instructed. It is illegal to resell or attempt to resell a recalled consumer product.

For more details, read the full article about the recall.

CPSC and Bassettbaby Recall Drop-Side Cribs (November 22, 2010)

The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission, in cooperation with Bassettbaby, today announced a voluntary recall of the following consumer product. Consumers should stop using recalled products immediately unless otherwise instructed. It is illegal to resell or attempt to resell a recalled consumer product.

For more details, read the full article about the recall.

CPSC Voluntary Recall: Chaperone Infant Car Seats (November 4, 2010)

The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission today announced a voluntary product recall involving 23,000 Chaperone Infant Car Seats manufactured in China and imported into the US by Britax Child Safety. The harness chest clip can break and pose a laceration hazard. Due to its small size, it also can pose a choking hazard.

For more details, read the full article about the recall.

FDA Voluntary Recall: Hyland Teething Tablets May Contain Belladonna (October 28, 2010)

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration today is warning consumers that Hyland's Teething Tablets may pose a risk to children. The FDA recommends that consumers not use this product and dispose of any in their possession. The manufacturer is issuing a recall of this product.

Hyland's Teething Tablets are manufactured to contain a small amount of belladonna, a substance that can cause serious harm at larger doses. For such a product, it is important that the amount of belladonna be carefully controlled. FDA laboratory analysis, however, has found that Hyland's Teething Tablets contain inconsistent amounts of belladonna. In addition, the FDA has received reports of serious adverse events in children taking this product that are consistent with belladonna toxicity. The FDA has also received reports of children who consumed more tablets than recommended, because the containers do not have child resistant caps.

For more details, read the full article about the recall.

Evenflo Company Recalls 13,792 Evenflo Maestro Child Safety Seats (October 25, 2010)

On Monday, October 25, 2010, the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration alerted consumers of a recall involving 13,792 Evenflo Maestro child safety seats. In the event of a crash, a crack could form at the front of the seat, adjacent to the harness adjuster, causing the child to be improperly restrained.

For more details, read the full article about the recall.

Graco Recalls 2 Million Baby Strollers Sold Before 2008 (October 20, 2010)

On Wednesday, October 20, the U.S. Consumer Products Safety Commission (CPSC) and Graco Children's Products, Inc. announced that Graco is recalling about 2 million baby strollers sold between November 2000 and December 2007. The recall includes Graco Quattro Tour and Metrolife strollers.

For more details, read the full article about the recall.

Fisher-Price Recalls 10 Million Children's Products (September 30, 2010)

On Thursday, September 30, the U.S. Consumer Products Safety Commission (CPSC) and Fisher-Price announced that Fisher-Price is recalling more than 10 million children's products that were sold in the United States. The recall included Fisher-Price Trikes and Tough Trikes toddler tricycles, seven models of Fisher-Price Infant Activity Centers, Fisher-Price High Chairs, and Fisher-Price Little People Wheelies Stamp and Play Rampway.

More more details, read the full article about the recall.

Voluntary Similac Infant Formula Recall (September 22, 2010)

The U.S. Food & Drug Administration (FDA) has announced that Abbott is voluntarily recalling certain Similac Brand Powder Infant Formulas because they did not meet Abbott's quality standards. An internal quality review detected the remote possibility of the presence of a small common beetle in the product produced in one production area in a single manufacturing facility.

For more details, read the full article about the recall.

Stay Informed About Future Recalls

One simple way to stay current on product recalls is to register on the CPSC website. By doing this, you will receive email alerts on recent product recalls. It's also important to complete the registration forms that were included with the product when it was purchased. When you register your new baby product, the manufacturer can easily contact you directly if a recall is issued.

If you receive a recall notice, you should visit the CPSC website to find out why a specific product is being recalled. You can also contact the manufacturer via a toll-free phone number, or visit their website. Double check your model and serial numbers to be sure that it is actually your baby product that is being recalled. Once you've determined that your baby product is indeed being recalled, take a look at what the remedy is for the recall. If the CPSC or the manufacturer instructs you to fix a recalled product or to install a repair kit, you need to follow their guidelines. You should not attempt to fix the problem on your own. Occasionally, retail stores may be involved in the recall process, so you may be able to simply return the recalled baby products to a store for a refund or exchange.