CPSC, Fisher-Price Announce Recall of Portable Bassinets
CPSC Recall Notice
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) — official agency notice for recall CPSC-971.
The recalled portable bassinet converts to an infant seat, with a vibrating unit and is supported by a white metal folding frame that makes it portable. The bassinet is covered in a blue and white print fabric with stars, swirls and hearts. Fisher-Price is molded into the white plastic sides of the vibrating unit. The portable bassinet was sold under the names Sit & Soothe Portable Bassinet, Soothing Sounds Bassinet and Soothing Sounds Portable Bassinet. "Fisher-Price" and model number 79338, 79334 or 79336 appear on the upper left hand corner of a white nylon label located on the underside of the foot of the bassinet. Only bassinets manufactured before April 2000 are included in this recall.
Corrective Action (per CPSC)
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) — official agency notice for recall CPSC-971.
Consumers should stop using these portable bassinets immediately and contact Fisher-Price to order a free repair kit. The repair kit will prevent the frame from folding.
✅ What you should do
- Stop using the product if you own it.
- Check the model number, lot code, or sell-by date against the recall notice above.
- Contact Toy, Mass Merchandise And Discount Stores Nationwide Sold These Portable Bassinets, From November 1997 Through March 2001, For About $50. or the retailer where you bought it for a refund, replacement, or repair.
- For the most current official instructions, visit the CPSC recall page.
- If you've been hurt by this product, report the incident to CPSC.
Consumer Contact (per CPSC)
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) — official agency notice for recall CPSC-971.
Consumers may contact Fisher-Price at (800) 285-0324 or visit the firm's website at https://service.mattel.com/us/recall.aspx
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Toy, Mass Merchandise And Discount Stores Nationwide Sold These Portable Bassinets, From November 1997 Through March 2001, For About $50. Recall FAQ
Toy, Mass Merchandise And Discount Stores Nationwide Sold These Portable Bassinets, From November 1997 Through March 2001, For About $50. is the subject of a children's products recall: CPSC, Fisher-Price Announce Recall of Portable Bassinets. The notice was published on July 31, 2001 by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC). Approximately 569,000 units are potentially affected.