Wood & Metal Safety Gate
Wood & Metal Safety Gate was recalled on 21 April 2017 under EU Safety Gate alert A12/0518/17. Injuries, Strangulation risk reported by Spain. The gaps between the bars of the safety gate 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 | A12/0518/17 |
| Brand | MS |
| Category | Childcare articles and children's equipment |
| Risk Type | Injuries, Strangulation |
| Notifying Country | Spain |
| Country of Origin | People's Republic of China |
| Model Number | Ref. 141021 |
| Published | 21 April 2017 |
Risk Description
The gaps between the bars of the safety gate 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 gate does not close automatically and a child might pass through the opening and fall down the stairs. In addition, the safety gate has protruding corners where the garments of a child could get caught, causing 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: ImporterCategory of measure(s): Withdrawal of the product from the marketDate of entry into force: 20/01/2017
Product Description
Safety gate with measurements from 75 to 82 cm for children under the age of 24 months. The product is sold in a cardboard box.
⚠️ What Should You Do?
This recall involves a injuries, strangulation hazard related to Wood & Metal Safety Gate.
About this risk
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.
Recommended action
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.
Who is at risk?
All users, particularly children and elderly people who may be more vulnerable to injury.