Full-Size Metal Baby Cribs
CPSC Recall #97-125 — May 14, 1997
Recall Summary
| Recall Number | 97-125 |
| Recall Date | May 14, 1997 |
| Remedy Type | Refund, Replace |
| Units Affected | 1,856 |
Where It Was Sold
| Both models of cribs were sold by small independent retail stores nationwide |
| including furniture |
| mattress |
| baby |
| gift |
| and appliance stores |
| for about $169 to $199. The crib with scrolls (item no. 2364) was sold from June 1996 through April 1997. The crib without scrolls (item no. 2368) was sold from January 1995 through December 1996. |
Product
Full-Size Metal Baby Cribs
Description
WASHINGTON, D.C. - In cooperationer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Coaster Company of America Inc. of Santa Fe Springs, Calif., is recalling 1,856 full-size metal baby cribs. There are two models of cribs being recalled. The cribs pose entrapment or choking hazards to babies that could lead to serious injury or death.CPSC and Coaster Company of America Inc. are not aware of any injuries involving these cribs. This recall is being conducted to prevent the possibility of injury.Coaster Company of America Inc. is recalling 912 full-size white metal cribs (item no. 2364). Some of these cribs have slat spacing greater than 2-3/8 inches and all of these cribs have scrolls along the top of the crib. Babies could be strangled if their heads become entrapped between the slats. In addition, babies could be seriously injured or strangled if their clothing gets caught on the scrolls or if their limbs get caught in the spaces around the scrolls. Finall with the U.S. Consumy, the plastic end caps covering the ends of each scroll could separate, presenting a small parts choking hazard to babies.The cribs are on wheels and are made of metal with a white enamel finish. Plastic gold end caps cover the ends of each scroll. There are two or three stickers on the end of the mattress support. The orange sticker is labeled in part, "Warning: Failure to follow these warnings and the assembly instructions could result in injury or death..." The yellow sticker is labeled in part, "Warning: Any mattress used in this crib must be at least 17 1/4 inches...by 51 5/8 inches...with a thickness not exceeding 6 inches..." Some cribs have an additional white sticker that is labeled in part, "Coaster Co. of America...Los Angeles, CA...Item No. 2364...Made in Mexico..." The crib is packaged in a cardboard box. Assembly is required.Coaster Company of America Inc. is also recalling 944 full-size white metal cribs (item no. 2368). These cribs have slat spacing greater than 2-3/8 inches and a side rail latching device that could be accidentally activated by a baby. Babies could be strangled if their heads become entrapped between the slats. In addition, babies could be seriously injured if they accidentally activate the side rail latching device and become trapped or fall out of the crib. The cribs are on wheels and are made of metal with a white enamel finish. There is a small silver sticker on the end rail that is labeled in part, "Coaster Co. of America...Santa Fe Springs, CA...Made in Taiwan..." The crib may not have a model number on it or other labeling information. The crib is packaged in a cardboard box. Assembly is required.Both models of cribs were sold by small independent retail stores nationwide, including furniture, mattress, baby, gift, and appliance stores, for about $169 to $199. The crib with scrolls (item no. 2364) was sold from June 1996 through April 1997. The crib without scrolls (item no. 2368) was sold from January 1995 through December 1996.Consumers should stop using the cribs immediately and return them to the store where purchased for a full refund or replacement. For more information, consumers should call Coaster Company of America Inc. at (800) 221-9699, extension 157 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. PST Monday through Friday.Consumers and the media can contact Jesús Chaírez at (214) 827-6239 for Spanish language services or to obtain a copy of this press release in Spanish.
Hazard
The cribs pose entrapment or choking hazards to babies that could lead to serious injury or death.
Incidents & Injuries
CPSC and Coaster Company of America Inc. are not aware of any injuries involving these cribs. This recall is being conducted to prevent the possibility of injury.
Remedy Instructions
Consumers should stop using the cribs immediately and return them to the store where purchased for a full refund or replacement.
What Should You Do?
Stop using this product immediately. Contact the manufacturer for a Refund, Replace at no charge. If you experienced an injury, report it at SaferProducts.gov.
Frequently Asked Questions
Follow the consumer action instructions in the recall notice above. Most recalls require you to stop using the product and contact the manufacturer directly — either by calling the toll-free number listed in the official CPSC notice or by visiting the manufacturer's website. You generally do not need a receipt or original packaging to claim a remedy. The manufacturer is legally required to provide the remedy (Refund, Replace) at no cost to you.
Federal law prohibits the sale of toys with small parts for children under age 3. CPSC uses a standardized small parts cylinder to test whether pieces from a toy can fit entirely inside — if they can, they are considered a choking hazard. Products marketed for children under 3 must not contain any small parts. Beyond the legal requirements, the CPSC and pediatricians recommend keeping all small objects away from children under 4, as the risk of choking extends beyond the formal legal age threshold.
In most cases, no. CPSC-coordinated recall remedies are designed to be accessible without proof of purchase. Manufacturers typically ask consumers to self-certify ownership and may ask for photos of the product or its serial number. Some manufacturers request that you mail in a portion of the product (such as a cut cord or removed component) as proof of disposal. Check the specific remedy instructions for this recall for exact requirements. If you registered your product at the time of purchase, the process is usually even simpler.
If the original manufacturer has gone out of business, the recall remedy may no longer be available through them. In this case, contact CPSC directly at 1-800-638-2772 or cpsc.gov for guidance. If the brand was acquired by another company, the acquiring company may have assumed recall obligations. In some cases where a remedy is unavailable, CPSC advises consumers to safely dispose of the product. If you were injured by the product of a defunct company, consult a product liability attorney — parent companies, distributors, and retailers may still bear liability in some circumstances.