Eddie Bauer Bassinet Recall Lawsuit | 2026 Latest Updates

Dorel Juvenile Group and the CPSC recalled Eddie Bauer Rocking Wood Bassinets on October 23, 2012. The recall covers six model numbers, described later on this page. A missing spring in the locking mechanism can create a suffocation hazard for infants who are still using the bassinet at home. The section below explains exactly how the defect happens and who reported it. Consumers should stop using the bassinet and contact Dorel for a free repair kit. The notice does not use a status term: open, closed or ended. This page covers who is affected, what to do, and related recalls.

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October 23, 2012: Dorel Recalls Eddie Bauer Rocking Wood Bassinets

Dorel Juvenile Group and the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission recalled Eddie Bauer Rocking Wood Bassinets [1]. The notice covers six model numbers, listed in the next section. This missing-spring defect in the locking mechanism creates a suffocation risk, explained more fully in the Why Were the Eddie Bauer Bassinets Recalled section below.

Which Eddie Bauer Bassinets Are Affected?

The recall covers Eddie Bauer Rocking Wood Bassinets sold under six model numbers, each with a dark brown wooden headboard and footboard:

• Model numbers 10632, 10639, 10832, 10835, 10839 and BT021, found under the mattress or on the wash label.
• An “Eddie Bauer” nameplate on the footboard, with a dial that locks and unlocks the rocking motion.
• A cotton-covered sleeping area in a variety of colors and patterns fits inside the wooden frame.

Owners should check these identifiers before continuing to use the bassinet. Dorel manufactured the recalled bassinets in China and sold them between December 2007 and January 2011 for about $150.

Why Were the Eddie Bauer Bassinets Recalled?

Dorel recalled the Eddie Bauer Bassinets because a missing spring could stop the locking mechanism from holding firmly. Without that lock, the bassinet could tilt. An infant inside could then shift toward the lower side. Most of the incident reports described babies younger than three months old. No other design or manufacturing defect was named in the recall notice. Dorel offered a free repair kit instead of a refund or a full replacement. The kit had a new spring and updated assembly steps. This recall covers only the Rocking Wood Bassinet’s own mechanical defect. Other Dorel bassinet actions appear later on this page.

Reported Incidents, Injuries, or Illnesses

Dorel received 17 incident reports connected to the Eddie Bauer Rocking Wood Bassinet before the recall, according to the CPSC notice. Most involved infants younger than three months old. Two of the 17 reports described an infant having breathing difficulty after the bassinet tipped to one side. Parents and caregivers submitted these reports. No hospital or medical study produced them. These 17 reports describe what caregivers experienced before the October 2012 recall, not confirmed medical findings that the bassinet caused every injury CPSC received. The recall notice does not name a separate cutoff date for the incident reports. It does not break the reports down by state or country.

What Should Consumers Do?

Consumers who own an Eddie Bauer Rocking Wood Bassinet should take the following steps:

1. Stop using the bassinet immediately, even if it looks undamaged, until you check it against this recall.
2. Check the model number under the mattress, on the mattress support board, or on the wash label.
3. Confirm the model number matches 10632, 10639, 10832, 10835, 10839 or BT021.
4. Contact Dorel toll-free at (877) 416-0165, weekdays from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. ET, email woodenbassinetrecall@djgusa.com, or visit www.djgusa.com for a free repair kit.
5. Do not return the bassinet to the store where it was purchased.
6. Report any incident involving this bassinet to CPSC through SaferProducts.gov, the agency’s public reporting site.

Other Recalls, Warnings, or International Actions

Two other Dorel and Eddie Bauer bassinet products were recalled separately from this bassinet. Dorel’s December 2009 announcement covered the Eddie Bauer Complete Care Play Yard‘s bassinet attachment (models 05088, 05350) for a support-bar hazard [2]. A CBC News report said the CPSC and Health Canada recalled more than 213,000 units in the U.S. and Canada, with no injuries reported [3]. Dorel’s 2019 web announcement covered the Eddie Bauer Slumber & Soothe Rock Bassinet and Disney Doze and Dream Bassinet (models BT055, BT071) for an inclined-sleeper hazard, with no incidents reported involving either product [4].

Legal Options

No lawsuit or class action has been filed over the Eddie Bauer Rocking Wood Bassinet recall, and no multidistrict case exists either. A recall does not automatically establish liability or eligibility for compensation. Families whose infant was hurt by this bassinet may still want a legal review. Schmidt & Clark offers a free case review. A review does not promise a case or a payout. See our page on product liability claims to learn how these cases work.

Frequently Asked Questions

Where Was the 2009 Recalled Eddie Bauer Play Yard Bassinet Sold?

The bassinet attachment recalled in 2009 with the Eddie Bauer Complete Care Play Yard was sold at major retailers nationwide from January 2007 through October 2009, according to Dorel’s own recall announcement. That recall is separate from the Rocking Wood Bassinet covered on this page.

Were There Any Deaths Linked to the Eddie Bauer Bassinet Recall?

No, the recall notice does not report any deaths linked to the Eddie Bauer Rocking Wood Bassinet. The CPSC based this recall on injury and incident reports. It lists no confirmed fatality.

What Remedy Did Dorel Offer for the 2009 Play Yard Recall?

For the 2009 Play Yard recall, Dorel offered a free repair kit with replacement bassinet fabric, support bars and new installation instructions. Owners could request the kit by calling Dorel toll-free at 1-866-762-2166, a different number than the contact for this page’s 2012 bassinet recall.

What Remedy Did Dorel Offer for the 2019 Eddie Bauer Recall?

For the 2019 Eddie Bauer recall, Dorel offered no repair kit. It gave registered owners a $60 online coupon through a Coupon Claim Form, sent after contacting them directly about their recalled inclined sleeper, model BT055 or BT071.

Are the 2009 and 2019 Eddie Bauer Bassinet Recalls the Same as This One?

The 2009 and 2019 Eddie Bauer bassinet recalls are not the same as this one. They involved different products with different model numbers than the 2012 Rocking Wood Bassinet recall on this page. Each required its own remedy from Dorel.

Should the 2019 Recalled Eddie Bauer Bassinet Be Returned to the Store?

No, the recalled 2019 Eddie Bauer inclined sleepers should not be returned to retailers, Dorel’s announcement says. Consumers with questions can contact Dorel at 1-877-657-9546, Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. ET, or by email at inclinesleeperrecall@djgusa.com.

References

1. https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2012/dorel-juvenile-group-recalls-eddie-bauer-rocking-wood-bassinets-due-to-infant
2. https://maxicosi.com/pages/dorel-juvenile-group-voluntarily-recalls-bassinets-on-select-play-yards-offering-parents-free-bassin
3. https://www.cbc.ca/news/bassinets-recalled-over-suffocation-risk-1.797580
4. https://safety1st.com/pages/eddie-bauer-and-disney-incline-sleeper-web-announcement