Nan Far Woodworking Recalls Rockland Furniture Round Cribs Due to Entrapment, Suffocation and Fall Hazards; Sold Exclusively at jcpenney

Name of product:

Rockland Furniture round cribs

Hazard:

The crib's drop-side rails can malfunction, detach or otherwise fail. When this happens, the drop-side rail can fall out of position and create a space where an infant or toddler can become wedged or entrapped, posing a risk of strangulation or suffocation. A child can also fall out of the crib. In addition, drop-side related incidents can also occur due to incorrect assembly and with age-related wear and tear.

Remedy:

Repair

Recall date:

July 23, 2013

Units:

About 3,900

Consumer Contact:

Rockland Furniture toll-free at (877) 967-5770 anytime, or visit the firm's website at www.rocklandimmobilizationkit.com, then click on "Round Crib Recall" for more information.

Recall Details

Description:

This recall involves Rockland Furniture round cribs with model number 343-8314. The model number is printed on a label located on the inner-lower portion of the crib rail. The cribs are 44 ? inches in diameter and were sold in white, ebony and cherry finishes.

Remedy:

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled cribs and contact Rockland Furniture for a free repair kit that will immobilize the drop-side rail. Until the crib is repaired, consumers should find an alternate, safe sleep environment for the child such as a bassinet, play yard or toddler bed, depending on the child's age.

Incidents/Injuries:

None reported.

Sold Exclusively At:

jcpenney stores and online at jcpenney.com from January 2005 to December 2008 for about $400.

Importer:

J.C. Penney Purchasing Corp., of Plano, Texas

Manufactured In:

Taiwan

Recall number:

13-245

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