Published by If you used an Eddie Bauer Rocking Wood Bassinet included in this recall and a baby was harmed or nearly harmed, you may want a legal review of your options.
A case evaluation can help assess potential compensation for medical expenses and other documented losses tied to the event.
Table Of Contents
- What’s the Problem?
- Latest Updates
- Recalled Products
- Product Description
- Incidents and Injuries
- Where and When It Was Sold
- What Consumers Should Do Now
- Do You Qualify for an Eddie Bauer Bassinet Recall Lawsuit?
- Legal Theories and Liability Considerations
- Statute of Limitations
- Frequently Asked Questions
- Why Acting Promptly Matters
- References
What’s the Problem?
The bottom locking mechanism can fail to lock properly if a spring is not installed. That failure can allow the bassinet to tip to one side and cause an infant to roll to the side of the bassinet.
A roll into the side of the bassinet can create a suffocation hazard. The hazard exists even without visible damage to the bassinet.
Latest Updates
- October 23, 2012 – CPSC announced Recall No. 13-017 for Eddie Bauer Rocking Wood Bassinets due to an infant suffocation hazard from tipping when the bottom locking mechanism fails, involving about 97,000 units and a repair-kit remedy. [1]
Recalled Products
This recall involves Eddie Bauer Rocking Wood Bassinets with the model numbers listed below. The model number may be located under the mattress, on the top surface of the mattress support board, or on the wash and care label.
- 10632
- 10639
- 10832
- 10835
- 10839
- BT021
Product Description
The recalled bassinets have a dark brown wooden headboard and footboard and a cotton bassinet in various colors and patterns. “Eddie Bauer” appears on a metal plate on the footboard, and a dial at the base of the footboard locks and unlocks the rocking motion.
Incidents and Injuries
Dorel received 17 incident reports involving infants primarily younger than three months old. Two reports involved breathing difficulties after infants rolled into the side of the bassinet.
Where and When It Was Sold
Sales occurred at Target, Toys R Us, and Sears stores nationwide and online at eBay and other websites. The sales period listed is December 2007 through January 2011, with a price of about $150.
Manufacturing occurred in China. Dorel Juvenile Group is listed as the firm to contact for the remedy.
What Consumers Should Do Now
Stop using the recalled bassinets immediately. Contact Dorel for a free repair kit that includes a spring and new assembly instructions.
Do You Qualify for an Eddie Bauer Bassinet Recall Lawsuit?
A legal review may be relevant if a recalled bassinet tipped and a baby was injured, had breathing problems, or required medical evaluation. Review may also be appropriate for near-miss events that required intervention or created measurable losses.
Cases tend to be stronger when the model number can be confirmed and the timeline is documented. Photos of labels and the locking mechanism can help support product identification.
Evidence to Gather
- Photos showing the model number location and the “Eddie Bauer” footboard plate
- Photos of the locking mechanism and dial area
- Receipts, order history, or other proof of purchase if available
- Medical records and bills if treatment occurred
- A written timeline describing when tipping occurred and what happened next
Potential Damages
Potential damages may include emergency care costs, follow-up treatment, and related out-of-pocket expenses. Depending on the facts, damages may also include lost income and compensation tied to pain and suffering.
Legal Theories and Liability Considerations
Infant product cases are often evaluated under product liability and negligence theories. Analysis may focus on locking mechanism performance, assembly instructions, warnings, and foreseeable infant movement.
A recall does not automatically establish liability in every case. Evidence of product identification, causation, and damages remains central to any claim.
Statute of Limitations
Deadlines vary by state and may depend on the date of injury or discovery. Preserving documentation early can help protect legal options.
Frequently Asked Questions
- How do I confirm my bassinet is included?
Match the model number to the recalled list and verify product features like the footboard plate and rocking lock dial. - What is the remedy?
The recall offers a free repair kit with a spring and updated assembly instructions. - Where were these bassinets sold?
The recall lists Target, Toys R Us, Sears, eBay, and other websites during the stated sales window.
Why Acting Promptly Matters
Infant safety cases can turn on small product identifiers that are easy to lose once a product is moved or repaired. Photos, records, and medical documentation collected early can materially improve a legal review.
References
- https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2012/dorel-juvenile-group-recalls-eddie-bauer-rocking-wood-bassinets-due-to-infant