Do cribs get recalled?

Do cribs get recalled?

Drop-side cribs have been recalled by the millions. In June alone, more than 2 million were recalled. Since last January, about 1.5 million cribs have been recalled, not counting those in June, according to the statement from Gillibrand’s office.

Has Ikea crib been recalled?

The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission, Health Canada and retail giant IKEA Home Furnishings announced a recall of more than 20,000 cribs in the United States and 6,000 in Canada this week as potential hazards to infants.

How safe is Ikea crib?

IKEA Gulliver Crib. Though the price point is low, the Gulliver model is one of the safest baby cribs out there, thanks to IKEA’s strict safety standards. When you want a crib for under $100, IKEA is the place to go.

What do you do with a recalled crib?

If you have one of the recalled models, stop using the crib immediately and find a safe place for your child to sleep. To obtain a free repair kit and learn more about the recall, contact Evenflo at (800) 356-2229 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. Eastern time Monday through Friday or visit the company’s website.

Is it illegal to use a drop side crib?

Today, it’s illegal to use or sell drop-side cribs — either new or secondhand. They’re also not permitted for use in business or community settings, even if they have been equipped with immobilizing hardware meant to stop the sliding functionality.

Are IKEA crib mattresses standard size?

Yes, absolutely. The standard crib dimensions at IKEA in the U.S. are 52 by 27 ½ inches. IKEA crib mattresses have exactly the same dimensions, but any other standard crib mattress should also fit.

Is it illegal to sell recalled baby items?

Check www.SaferProducts.gov for crib recalls. It is illegal to sell a recalled product.

Can you give away recalled baby items?

It’s illegal to resell a recalled product. You may get away with it, but that purchase may put another child in danger. Both Cowles and Martyak encourage you to do your best to destroy the offending product. Destroy doesn’t mean just throw it in the trash or toss it in the donate pile.