Safety 1st SmartLight Stair Gates
CPSC Recall #09-300 — August 5, 2009
Product
Safety 1st SmartLight Stair Gates
Description
The recall involves the Safety 1st SmartLight Stair Gate with model number 42111, which is printed on a sticker under the handle panel. The gates, which were manufactured before December 20, 2008, are white metal with a gray handle and a motion sensor nightlight that illuminates on approach. The manufacture date is located below the gate's handle as a date wheel imprinted in the plastic; an arrow indicates the month, and the year is stamped inside the circle. The manufacture date is also printed on a sticker inside the battery door.
Hazard
The hinges that hold the stair gate in place can break, posing a fall hazard to children if the gate is placed at the top of the stairs.
Incidents / Injuries
None reported.
Remedy
Consumers should stop using the recalled gate and contact the company to obtain a free repair kit.
Units Affected
About 31,500 (This recall was first announced in Feb. 2009)
Sold At
Mass merchandise and juvenile product stores nationwide, including Babies R Us, Toys R Us, Wal-Mart.com and other online retailers from January 2005 through July 2009 for about $60.
Importer
Dorel Juvenile Group USA, of Columbus, Ind.
Manufactured In
China