Luna
Luna was recalled on 28 April 2017 under EU Safety Gate alert A12/0534/17. Strangulation risk reported by Slovakia. The gaps between the safety gate and the door frame/wall are too large: A crawling child could try to pass his legs or torso between the bars, leaving the head blocked, which could lead to respiratory difficulties or strangulation.
| Alert Number | A12/0534/17 |
| Brand | Makeridea |
| Category | Childcare articles and children's equipment |
| Risk Type | Strangulation |
| Notifying Country | Slovakia |
| Country of Origin | Italy |
| Model Number | art. 094 |
| Published | 28 April 2017 |
Risk Description
The gaps between the safety gate and the door frame/wall are too large: A crawling child could try to pass his legs or torso between the bars, leaving the head blocked, which could lead to respiratory difficulties or strangulation.The product does not comply with the relevant European standard EN 1930.
Measures Taken
Type 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: 03/01/2017Type 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: 03/01/2017Type of economic operator to whom the measure(s) were ordered: RetailerCategory of measure(s): Ban on the marketing of the product and any accompanying measuresDate of entry into force: 08/12/2016Type of economic operator to whom the measure(s) were ordered: RetailerCategory of measure(s): Warning consumers of the risksDate of entry into force: 08/12/2016
Product Description
Metal safety gate packaged in a cardboard box, 72 - 81 cm.
🚫 What Should You Do?
This recall involves a strangulation hazard related to Luna.
About this risk
This product contains cords, strings, loops, or other elements that can wrap around a child's neck and cause strangulation.
Recommended action
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?
Infants and young children are at the highest risk of strangulation from cords, strings, and loops.