The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) has announced recalls of the following products. Consumers should stop using recalled products unless otherwise instructed. For a complete list of recalled products, visit www.cpsc.gov.
Units: About 24,000
Manufacturer: Amby Baby USA, of Minneapolis
Hazard: An infant can suffocate if the hammock shifts or tilts, causing the child to roll and become entrapped or wedged against the fabric or mattress pad.
Incidents: Two infants have suffocated.
Description: The hammock’s sewn-in label reads “Amby — Babies Love It, Naturally.”
Sold at: Ambybaby.com and other online retailers from January 2003 through October 2009 for about $250.
Remedy: Parents are urged to find an alternative, safe sleeping environment for their baby and contact the firm for a free repair kit.
Contact: Call 866-544-9721 or visit www.ambybaby.com.
