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Bassettbaby Crib Recall Lawsuit Overview

The Bassettbaby crib lawsuits involve multiple serious safety defects across different product lines that pose entrapment, strangulation, and fall hazards to infants and toddlers. The primary issues include bolts connecting top corners coming loose in convertible cribs, spindles loosening in drop-side models, and complete drop-side rail malfunctions or detachments.

Bassettbaby has reported over 250 total incidents across all recalls, including 85 reports of bolts loosening, 18 drop-side malfunctions with one child entrapment and three falls, plus 154 reports of drop-side hardware breaking. The Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) has documented multiple recalls spanning from 2007 to 2010, affecting over 98,000 cribs and leading to significant product liability exposure for affected families.

Latest Bassettbaby Crib Lawsuit Updates

• November 22, 2010 – Bassettbaby issued a major recall of approximately 90,000 drop-side cribs with external plastic hardware due to drop-side rail malfunctions that can cause detachment and create dangerous entrapment spaces. The CPSC documented 18 incidents of drop-side malfunctions including one child entrapment between the mattress and drop-side, three children falling out of cribs, and 154 reports of hardware breaking during shipment, assembly, or use. The cribs were sold at children’s product stores and retailers nationwide from January 2000 through August 2010 for $200-$500, with consumers advised to stop use immediately and contact Bassettbaby for free immobilization kits [1].
• February 14, 2008 – Bassettbaby issued a second recall for Wendy Bellissimo Hidden Hills Collection Drop-Side Cribs (model 5446-0504) due to spindles loosening and creating entrapment hazards. The CPSC reported 18 units were affected with 3 incidents of spindles coming loose, though no injuries were documented. The cribs were sold at Babies “R” Us stores from November 2007 through January 2008 for approximately $400, with consumers advised to stop use immediately and contact Bassettbaby for free replacement or full refund [2].
• November 8, 2007 – The CPSC announced a major recall of approximately 8,900 Wendy Bellissimo Collection Convertible Cribs (models 5945-0521 and 5545-0521) manufactured by Goodbaby Child Products Company Ltd. of China. Bassettbaby reported 85 incidents of bolts loosening with one documented case of a 13-month-old child’s hand becoming entrapped between railings. The cribs were sold exclusively at Babies R Us stores nationwide from July 2005 through October 2007 for about $500, with consumers instructed to stop use immediately and contact Bassettbaby for free repair kits [3].

Bassettbaby Crib Injuries & Hazards

The defective cribs have resulted in serious injuries and safety hazards for infants and toddlers across multiple product lines:

• Entrapment Injuries: Children’s hands, arms, or other body parts becoming trapped between loose railings or in spaces created by detached drop-sides.
• Strangulation and Suffocation Hazards: Gaps created by loose bolts, detached drop-sides, or malfunctioning hardware pose serious strangulation and suffocation risks.
• Fall Injuries: Structural failures, drop-side detachments, or compromised crib integrity can lead to dangerous falls with documented cases of children falling out of cribs.
• Hardware Failure Injuries: Breaking or malfunctioning plastic hardware during assembly or use creates immediate safety hazards.

Bassett Baby Crib Recall Information

2010 Recall – Drop-Side Cribs with External Plastic Hardware:

Approximately 90,000 Bassettbaby drop-side cribs were sold at children’s product stores and retailers nationwide from January 2000 through August 2010 for $200-$500.

Recalled Models Include:

• Mission Single (5091-0604, 5591-0604, 5991-0604, 5891-0604, 5760-0604)
• Mission Bay Single (5092-0604, 5592-0604, 5892-0604, 5992-0604)
• Cape Cod Single & 4 N 1 (5093-0604, 5093-0621, 5593-0604, 5593-0621, 5893-0604, 5893-0621, 5993-0604, 5993-0621, 5693-0621)
• Hidden Hills Single (5446-0504)
• Cottage Single & 3 N 1 (5960-0604, 5960-0604Q, 5860-0604, 5860-0620)
• Timber Creek 4 N 1 (5665-0621, 5665-0621F, 5665-0621S, 5666-0621, 5666-0621S)
• And 20+ additional models

Identifying Your Crib:

Wood cribs with metal mattress support and drop side with external plastic hardware. Labels attached to footboard or headboard show “Bassettbaby” or “Bassett Furniture Industries, Inc.” with model number and production date.

2008 Recall – Drop-Side Cribs:

The Wendy Bellissimo Hidden Hills Collection Drop-Side Cribs were sold at Babies “R” Us stores nationwide from November 2007 through January 2008 for approximately $400.

Recalled Model:

• Model 5446-0504 (Navajo Pine finish)

Identifying Your Crib:

The model number is located on the bottom rail of the headboard. Only 18 units of this specific model were affected by this recall.

2007 Recall – Convertible Cribs:

The cribs were sold at Babies R Us stores nationwide from July 2005 through October 2007 for approximately $500.

Recalled Models:

• Model 5945-0521 (honey and cherry finishes)
• Model 5545-0521 (honey and cherry finishes)

Identifying Your Crib:

The full size cribs have a sleigh design and contain one of the following purchase order numbers at the bottom rail of the headboard:

• 272903, 272904, 273904, 276728, 276729
• 291081, 323975, 324472, 320318, 323976
• 332883, 365620, 368466, 338535, 338537, 332884

Do You Qualify for a Bassettbaby Crib Lawsuit?

You may qualify for a Bassettbaby crib lawsuit if:

• You purchased a Bassettbaby or Wendy Bellissimo crib between January 2000 and August 2010.
• Your child experienced entrapment, strangulation hazards, falls, or injuries due to loose bolts, spindle failures, or drop-side malfunctions.
• You experienced hardware breaking during shipment, assembly, or use of the crib.
• The injuries or incidents required medical treatment or resulted in trauma.
• You can provide medical documentation linking your child’s injuries to the defective crib.
• You have proof of purchase or ownership of any recalled Bassettbaby crib models.

FAQs

1. What Were the Specific Defects That Led To the Bassettbaby Crib Recalls?

The specific defects that led to the Bassettbaby crib recalls include bolts connecting top corners coming loose in convertible cribs, spindles loosening in drop-side models, and complete drop-side rail malfunctions or detachments due to faulty external plastic hardware. These defects created entrapment spaces, strangulation hazards, and fall risks that posed serious dangers to infants and toddlers.

2. How Can I Verify If My Bassettbaby Crib is Part of Any Recall?

To verify if your Bassettbaby crib is part of a recall, check the model number and manufacturing date located on labels attached to the footboard or headboard showing “Bassettbaby” or “Bassett Furniture Industries, Inc.” Compare this information against the official recall notices available on the CPSC website at www.cpsc.gov or contact Bassettbaby directly at (800) 308-7485.

3. What Should I Do If I Have A Recalled Bassettbaby Crib?

If you have a recalled Bassettbaby crib, stop using it immediately and contact Bassettbaby for appropriate remedies. Depending on the recall, you may be eligible for free repair kits, immobilization kits for drop-sides, full refunds, or replacement cribs. Find an alternate safe sleeping environment such as a bassinet, play yard, or toddler bed for your child while awaiting the remedy.

4. How Many Reports of Problems Were Filed with the CPSC Across All Recalls?

Across all Bassettbaby recalls, over 250 incidents were reported including 85 reports of bolts loosening in convertible cribs, 18 drop-side malfunctions (with 1 entrapment and 3 falls), 3 incidents of spindles coming loose, and 154 reports of drop-side hardware breaking during shipment, assembly, or use.

5. What Models and Time Periods Are Covered by the Various Recalls?

The recalls cover cribs sold from January 2000 through August 2010, including Wendy Bellissimo Collection Convertible Cribs (models 5945-0521 and 5545-0521), Hidden Hills Drop-Side Cribs (model 5446-0504), and approximately 40+ drop-side crib models with external plastic hardware including Mission, Cape Cod, Cottage, and Timber Creek collections.

6. Where Were These Cribs Sold and What Was the Price Range?

The recalled cribs were sold at various retailers including Babies R Us stores nationwide, children’s product stores, and other retailers nationwide and online. Prices ranged from approximately $200 for basic models up to $500 for premium convertible cribs, depending on the model and features.

7. What Safety Measures Should Parents Follow with Any Crib?

The CPSC recommends placing babies on their backs in cribs with firm, tight-fitting mattresses, avoiding pillows, quilts, or stuffed toys in the crib, and regularly checking for loose hardware or broken slats. Parents should not use cribs older than 10 years, should not attempt repairs themselves, and should ensure drop-sides operate smoothly while checking all corners for gaps that could entrap a child.

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References:

1. https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2010/bassettbaby-recalls-to-repair-drop-side-cribs-due-to-entrapment-suffocation-and-fall
2. https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2008/bassettbaby-cribs-recalled-due-to-entrapment-hazard-sold-exclusively-at-babies-r-us
3. https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2007/cribs-sold-by-bassettbaby-recalled-due-to-entrapment-and-strangulation-hazard