Charlotte
Charlotte was recalled on 19 February 2016 under EU Safety Gate alert A11/0015/16. Entrapment, Injuries, Strangulation risk reported by The Netherlands. There are protruding parts to which garments of children could get hanged, causing strangulation.
| Alert Number | A11/0015/16 |
| Brand | Bopita |
| Category | Childcare articles and children's equipment |
| Risk Type | Entrapment, Injuries, Strangulation |
| Notifying Country | The Netherlands |
| Country of Origin | The Netherlands |
| Published | 19 February 2016 |
Risk Description
There are protruding parts to which garments of children could get hanged, causing strangulation. The bars can easily break, which may cause entrapment of the head or the body of a child between the broken bars or injuries due to the sharp edges of the broken pieces.The product does not comply with the relevant European standard EN 716-1.
Measures Taken
Type of economic operator to whom the measure(s) were ordered: OtherCategory of measure(s): Withdrawal of the product from the marketDate of entry into force: 21/07/2015
Product Description
White baby cot, 60x120 cm, supplied in cardboard box.
🔒 ⚠️ 🚫 What Should You Do?
This recall involves a entrapment, injuries, strangulation hazard related to Charlotte.
About this risk
Entrapment: This product has gaps, openings, or moving parts where fingers, limbs, or a child's head can become trapped. Injuries: This product has a design or manufacturing defect that can cause physical injuries such as cuts, bruises, fractures, or other bodily harm during normal use. Strangulation: This product contains cords, strings, loops, or other elements that can wrap around a child's neck and cause strangulation.
Recommended action
Entrapment: Stop using the product. If someone is trapped, do not force the body part free — call emergency services if needed. Contact the retailer for a return. Injuries: Stop using the product immediately. Check yourself and family members for any injuries. Store the product safely out of reach and contact the retailer or manufacturer for a replacement or refund. Strangulation: Remove the product from the child's environment immediately. Cut any cords or strings if they cannot be safely removed. Never leave children unsupervised with products that have loose cords.
Who is at risk?
Young children are most at risk of entrapment injuries. All users, particularly children and elderly people who may be more vulnerable to injury. Infants and young children are at the highest risk of strangulation from cords, strings, and loops.