Rocker bassinets recalled due to risks of infant strangulation, suffocation, falls.
Federal Consumer Safety Watchdog Warns Parents to Stop Using 5in1 Rocker Bassinets
A federal consumer safety watchdog has issued a warning to parents that they should immediately stop using 5in1 brand rocker bassinets as the product poses a danger to infants.
The Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) said in a Sept. 28 notice that consumers should “immediately” stop using 5in1 rocker bassinets because of “suffocation, strangulation, and fall hazards to infants.”
The watchdog said that the products fail to meet federal infant sleep products rules and omit critical consumer information, such as labeling and instructions.
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“CPSC urges customers to immediately stop using the bassinets, disassemble them and dispose of them,” the agency said in the recall notice.
The 5in1 rocker bassinets were sold online, including on Walmart’s website.
The affected bassinets were sold in green and gray color schemes and advertised and listed as a “5in1 Rocker Bassinet” on the packaging. The markings “Ya.Ya.Ya, 5IN1UPC Code 09331849600139, 01 Rock Sleeper, 02 Dream Centre, 03 Cozy Seat, 04 Travel Bassinet, 05 Rock & Play, Made in China, and Age 1-36 months” also appear on the packaging.
The watchdog said that the importer—Rev Grace Import Inc., of Pleasant Hill, Missouri—is not cooperating on the recall and is not offering a remedy to parents who bought the product.
The Epoch Times has been unable to reach Rev Grace Import Inc. for comment.
Missouri court filings show that the company was dissolved in October 2022 for failing to file a proper registration report.
A woman in Pleasant Hill living at the address where Rev Grace Import Inc. was once registered told Fox 4 that someone mistakenly or fraudulently used her address to get the license.
“I don’t want to be associated with them in any way, shape or form,” homeowner Pamela Wardlow told the outlet.
She said she’s received multiple pieces of mail addressed to the business, which she said she has nothing to do with.
“It’s frustrating because in my mind it’s somebody using my personal address for something that’s probably not legit,” she added.
The consumer watchdog also reminded parents that they should follow safe sleep practices for infants. It says infants should sleep on firm, flat surfaces in a crib, bassinet, or play yard without blankets, padded crib bumpers, or stuffed animals.
In its recommendations on how to reduce infant deaths, the American Academy of Pediatrics says parents should not sleep in the same bed as infants.
The CPSC has issued a variety of recalls in recent times of products that pose a danger to infants.
In January, Fisher-Price recalled nearly 4.7 million units of Rock ‘n Play sleepers following reports of at least eight infant deaths.
The watchdog also recalled a Zipadee bed frame with spindles set far apart so as to allow a child’s torso to pass through the rail opening but not allowing their head to pass, “posing entrapment and strangulation hazards that could result in death.”
The watchdog recommends that there be no more than 2 3/8 inches, roughly the width of a soda can, between crib slats so that the baby’s body does not fit through them.
Recalled Baby Products Still on Facebook Marketplace
Despite a number of high-profile recalls, baby products with design flaws linked to more than 100 infant deaths are still sold on Facebook Marketplace, a bipartisan group of four members of Congress said recently.
The products in question include Boppy Newborn Lounger pillow, which was recalled in 2021, and Fisher-Price’s Rock ‘n Play sleeper, which has been blamed for a number of baby deaths.
In an Aug. 17 letter sent to Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg, the lawmakers wrote that the CPSC had made repeated requests to have Boppy Newborn Lounger taken down from Marketplace, but the product is still available on the platform.
“CPSC has formally requested an average of about one thousand take down requests a month for this product,” reads the letter, signed by Reps. Cathy McMorris Rodgers (R-Wash.), who chairs the House Energy and Commerce Committee; Frank Pallone (D-N.J.), the committee’s ranking member; Gus Bilirakis (R-Fla.); and Jan Schakowsky (D-Ill.).
“To date, the volume of takedown requests has not slowed, and CPSC staff is unaware of any proactive measures Meta has taken to prevent these postings in the future,” they noted.
The lawmakers further warned that Facebook-parent Meta is putting its users and their children at risk of purchasing and using a product that federal regulators found to pose a serious risk of injury and potential death.
Meta’s policy states that listings on Facebook Marketplace cannot promote or sell recalled products. It also encourages users to check current recalls before purchasing items. In a previous response to the CPSC, the company said posts that feature recalled products are removed when identified.
“Like other platforms where people can buy and sell goods, there are instances of people knowingly or unknowingly selling recalled goods on Marketplace,” Meta said in a statement. “We take this issue seriously, and when we find listings that violate our rules, we remove them.”
Bill Pan contributed to this report.
What are some of the specific recalled baby products that have been found for sale on Facebook Marketplace, Craigslist, and eBay?
Than a dozen infant deaths are still being sold on the Facebook Marketplace, according to a new report by the consumer safety group Kids In Danger (KID).
Facebook is allowing listings for more than 100 secondhand items recalled for safety reasons to appear on its Marketplace platform, according to a report published [by] Kids In Danger, a non-profit group that advocates for children’s safety. The banned and dangerous products include car seats that can come loose during a crash, strollers that can collapse while in use, and cribs with faulty designs that can trap or suffocate a child. Facebook is not the only platform where recalled child products are still available. KID also identified 64 Marketplace listings on Craigslist and more than 280 listings on eBay, both of which prohibit the sale of recalled items. KID notified the three platforms of its findings and said it is working with them to remove the ads, but during subsequent searches, found many of the listings remained.
This report highlights the concerning issue of online platforms continuing to allow the sale of recalled baby products, despite efforts by consumer safety groups to address the problem. These products can pose serious risks to infants, including suffocation, strangulation, and other hazards.
The report also raises questions about the responsibility of online platforms in ensuring the safety of products listed on their platforms. While Facebook, Craigslist, and eBay all have policies in place prohibiting the sale of recalled items, it appears that enforcement of these policies is lacking.
Parents and caregivers should be cautious when purchasing baby products online, especially secondhand items. It is important to research the product and check for any recalls or safety warnings before making a purchase. Additionally, consumers should report any unsafe listings they come across on online platforms to the appropriate authorities.
Consumer safety groups like Kids In Danger play a crucial role in advocating for safer products and raising awareness about potential dangers. Their efforts to identify and report unsafe listings on online platforms are essential in protecting children from harm.
In conclusion, the issue of recalled baby products being sold on online platforms continues to pose a significant risk to infants. Parents and caregivers must remain vigilant and take proactive steps to ensure the safety of the products they purchase. Online platforms must also prioritize consumer safety and enforce their policies regarding the sale of recalled items. Together, we can help prevent tragedies and protect our children from unnecessary harm.
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