Baby hammocks
Published May 10, 2000
Summary
CPSC records recall 00107b, published May 10, 2000. Reported units: About 350.
What's the hazard
These baby hammocks can suddenly become twisted around children's necks and strangle them. Also, infants sleeping on soft bedding can become wedged in positions in which they cannot breathe.
What to do
Consumers with one of these hammocks should stop using it immediately, and return it to Hangouts for a free, standard single hammock (model MY-SS-1130).
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Recall details
- Brand
- Hangouts, of Boulder Colo.
- Distributor
- The Hangout store in Boulder, Colo., and its catalogs sold these hammocks as model number MY-BB-1110, from January 1990 through September 1999, for about $20.
- Country
- US
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Questions about this recall
Was Baby hammocks recalled?
Yes. CPSC published recall 00107b on May 10, 2000. Reported hazard: These baby hammocks can suddenly become twisted around children's necks and strangle them. Also, infants sleeping on soft bedding can become wedged in positions in which they cannot breathe.
What should I do if I have this product?
Consumers with one of these hammocks should stop using it immediately, and return it to Hangouts for a free, standard single hammock (model MY-SS-1130).
How do I know if my unit is part of the recall?
Compare your product details with the notice. Brand: Hangouts, of Boulder Colo..