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CPSCRecalled Oct 7, 2010 · #11005

Alexander Designs Brand Drop-Side Cribs Sold Exclusively at JCPenney Recalled for Repair Due to Entrapment, Suffocation and Fall Hazards

Hazard

The drop-side rail hardware on the cribs can break or fail, allowing the drop side to detach from the crib. When the drop side detaches, a hazardous gap is created between the drop-side rail and the crib mattress in which infants and toddlers can become wedged or entrapped, posing risks of suffocation and strangulation. In addition, children can fall out of the crib when the drop-side rail falls unexpectedly or detaches from the crib. Drop-side rail failures also can occur due to incorrect assembly or with age-related wear and tear. Other models of Jardine drop-side cribs were recalled for repair on June 24, 2010.

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Description

This recall involves full-size cribs sold under the Alexander Designs brand name. "Alexander Designs Ltd." and the JCPenney catalog/item number are printed on a label on the crib's headboard. The following models are included: Model NameJCPenney Item Number(s)Color Alexander 3-in-1 Crib 343-8359 honey pine 343-8359 white Alexander Classic Crib 343-8180 cherry 343-8180 honey pine 343-8180 white Alexander Sleigh Crib 343-8802 cherry 343-8802 white

Product details

Product
Alexander Designs Ltd. brand drop-side cribs
Type
Cribs
Manufacturer
Jardine Enterprises Ltd., of Taipei, Taiwan
Model numbers
8359, 8180, 8802
UPCs
Sold at
JCPenney printed catalogs and online at JCPenney.com from March 2003 through April 2007 for about $200.
Made in
China

What you should do

Consumers should immediately stop using the cribs and obtain a free repair kit that will immobilize the drop-side rail. In the meantime, parents are urged to find an alternate, safe sleeping environment for the child, such as a bassinet, play yard or toddler bed depending on the child's age.

View the official CPSC notice