The latches that attach the bassinet base onto the metal frame can appear to be locked in place but still remain unlocked. This allows the bassinet to become detached from the metal frame, causing the bassinet to fall and the infant to be injured.
Recall
Number
12173
Date
2012-05-09
Injuries reported
1
Products
Names
Kolcraft Tender Vibes & Light Vibes bassinets
Remedies
Options
Repair
Companies
Manufacturer(s)
Kolcraft Enterprises Inc., of Chicago, Ill.
Retailer(s)
Mass market and independent juvenile specialty stores nationwide and online from July 2008 through May 2012 for between about $50 and $100.
Importer(s)
Kolcraft Enterprises Inc., of Chicago, Ill.
Distributor(s)
Kolcraft Enterprises Inc., of Chicago, Ill.
Country of manufacture
China
Description
This recall includes Kolcraft Tender Vibes bassinets with model numbers KB021-ARC, KB022-VER, KB039-CMR1 and Light Vibes bassinet with model number KB043-BNT1. A label with the model/item number of the bassinet is located on one of the legs of the metal frame. The recalled bassinets were manufactured from July 2008 through May 2010. The words "Kolcraft Tender Vibes" or "Kolcraft Light Vibes" are located on the removable music box which is attached to the side of the bassinet.