Wooden playpen
Wooden playpen was recalled on 18 January 2019 under EU Safety Gate alert A12/0059/19. Choking, Entrapment, Injuries risk reported by France. A screw from a plastic part enabling the playpen to be assembled and folded can come loose.
| Alert Number | A12/0059/19 |
| Brand | Vertbaudet |
| Category | Childcare articles and children's equipment |
| Risk Type | Choking, Entrapment, Injuries |
| Notifying Country | France |
| Country of Origin | Romania |
| Model Number | 70335-0011-6429 (grey), reference 99VB013 , 70335-0011-6509 (natural), reference 99VB019 |
| Published | 18 January 2019 |
Risk Description
A screw from a plastic part enabling the playpen to be assembled and folded can come loose. As a result, the assembly system and locking mechanism (latch) can be damaged. A small child may put the screw in the mouth and choke. There is also a risk of shearing of children’s fingers because the latch is mobile and a risk of entrapment of the child's fingers due to a small, white, plastic part with a hole in it, located under the latch, which may become accessible to children. The product does not comply with the relevant European standard EN 12227.
Measures Taken
Type of economic operator to whom the measure(s) were ordered: ManufacturerCategory of measure(s): Recall of the product from end usersDate of entry into force: Unknown
Product Description
Foldable, wooden playpen with three different levels.
🛑 🔒 ⚠️ What Should You Do?
This recall involves a choking, entrapment, injuries hazard related to Wooden playpen.
About this risk
Choking: This product contains small parts that can detach and pose a choking hazard, or its size and shape make it dangerous for young children if swallowed or placed in the mouth. 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.
Recommended action
Choking: Remove the product from children immediately. Check if any small parts are missing. If a child has swallowed a part, seek medical attention immediately. Return the product to the retailer. 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.
Who is at risk?
Children under 3 years old are at highest risk. Supervise older children as well. Young children are most at risk of entrapment injuries. All users, particularly children and elderly people who may be more vulnerable to injury.