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CPSC, Simplicity Inc. Announce Recall of Cribs
Recalled May 3, 2005 · CPSC recall 05164 · Simplicity
Hazard
The white paint on the cribs can chip, posing a choking hazard to young children.
Remedy
Consumers should contact Simplicity Inc. to receive a refund.
Units
About 575
Incidents / injuries
Simplicity Inc. has received four reports of consumers who noticed paint peeling off their crib. No injuries have been reported.
Description
The recalled cribs are made of wood and painted white. Model numbers 8554W-PT and 8554WW are printed inside the headboard and on the envelope attached to the mattress support. The Simplicity name, address, manufacturing date and model number are written on a label found on the inside bottom of the headboard.
What to do
Consumers should contact Simplicity Inc. to receive a refund.
Contact
Consumers should call the CPSC hotline at 800-638-2772 (TTY 301-595-7054).
Product
White Lancaster Cribs
Manufacturer(s)
Simplicity Inc., of Reading, Pa. (The firm appears to no longer conduct day to day operations)
Retailers
Department stores, children's product stores and Target.com, from June 2004 through April 2005, for about $200.
Made in
Indonesia
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission. Official recall notice on cpsc.gov →