Strangulation, Entrapment Risks Prompt Recall of Graco Brand Cribs
Lajobi Inc is recalling more than 200,000 Graco brand Another large recall of drop side cribs. The cribs pose both a strangulation and entrapment hazard.
This recall involves LaJobi-manufactured Graco® wood cribs. The full-size cribs were sold in cherry, espresso, natural, and white finishes. The production date, item number, purchase order number, and finish name is printed on a label affixed to the footboard or headboard. “LaJobi” and the crib model name are printed on a product sticker located on the stabilizer bar or bottom rail of the crib.
Affected models are listed below:
• Ashleigh Drop Side: 3280142, 3280154, 3280181
• Hampton Drop Side: 3080136
• Jason Convertible Drop Side: 3290235, 3290254, 3290281
• Kendal Drop Side: 3570170, 3570181
• Lauren Drop Side: 3250235, 3250242, 3250247, 3250254, 3250281, 3250282, 3150281, 3150282
• Rachel Convertible Drop Side: 3300236, 3300281
• Sarah Drop Side: 30000135, 30000136, 30000142, 30000147, 30000154, 30000181
• Shannon Drop Side: 3010136, 3010154, 3010181
• Tifton Drop Side: 309036, 3270136
The Consumer Products Safety Commission (CPSC) and LaJobi have received a total of 99 reports of drop side incidents, including hardware breakage and drop side detachment. There were two incidents in which children became entrapped in the gap created by the detached drop side; both children were freed by their caregivers. There were six reports of children falling due to drop side failure, including one report of a mild concussion.
The recalled Graco®-branded Drop Side Cribs, which were manufactured in China and Vietnam, were sold at children’s product stores and other retailers nationwide from February 2007 to March 2010 for between $140 and $200.
The CPSC is advising consumers to immediately stop using the recalled cribs and contact LaJobi to receive a free hardware retrofit kit that will immobilize the drop side. CPSC urges parents and caregivers to find an alternative, safe sleeping environment for their baby. LaJobi can be reached toll-free at (888) 842-2215 anytime, or at the firm’s Web site at www.LaJobi.com

