Children's cot with retractable side panel
Children's cot with retractable side panel was recalled on 6 December 2024 under EU Safety Gate alert A12/03433/24. Entrapment, Injuries, Strangulation risk reported by Slovakia. The strength of the locking system of the movable side panel is insufficient.
| Alert Number | A12/03433/24 |
| Brand | DREWEX® |
| Category | Childcare articles and children's equipment |
| Risk Type | Entrapment, Injuries, Strangulation |
| Notifying Country | Slovakia |
| Country of Origin | Poland |
| Model Number | LULAYA |
| Published | 6 December 2024 |
Risk Description
The strength of the locking system of the movable side panel is insufficient. In addition, the distance between the footholds and the top of the cot is not sufficient. The child could easily get out of the bed, leading to falls and injuries. The columns on the side of the bed can easily break, resulting in wider gaps where limbs or head of the child can get entrapped, leading to injuries or strangulation. The product does not comply with the requirements of the General Product Safety Directive nor with European standard EN 716-1.
Measures Taken
Type of economic operator to whom the measure(s) were ordered: DistributorCategory of measure(s): Warning consumers of the risksDate of entry into force: UnknownType of economic operator to whom the measure(s) were ordered: DistributorCategory of measure(s): Withdrawal of the product from the marketDate of entry into force: UnknownType of economic operator to whom the measure(s) were ordered: DistributorCategory of measure(s): Recall of the product from end usersDate of entry into force: Unknown
Product Description
Children's wooden cot in natural colour, without mattress. The cot is equipped with a removable side panel. Product sold online.
🔒 ⚠️ 🚫 What Should You Do?
This recall involves a entrapment, injuries, strangulation hazard related to Children's cot with retractable side panel.
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.