CPSC, Dorel Juvenile Group Announce Recall of Cosco Playpens
This recall was issued October 10, 2001.
- Company
- Cosco Inc., Of Columbus, Ind.
- Posted
- October 10, 2001
- Recall Number
- 02008
- Quantity
- About 102,000
- Official Source
- View on CPSC website ↗
Reason for Recall
The plastic tabs on the playpen that lock the rails into the corners can break or loosen over time, allowing the rails to turn inward, collapse and entrap an infant.
Action Taken
Consumers should stop using these playpens immediately and call Dorel Juvenile Group to receive a refund or replacement product.
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Incidents & Injuries
In June 2001, an 11-month-old baby in Elyria, Ohio, died when his chest was caught in the V-shape created by the collapsed sides of his playpen. Dorel Juvenile Group has received 421 reports of rails not locking or collapsing.
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CPSC, Cosco Announce Recall to Repair High Chairs
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