Dorel Juvenile Group Expands Recall of Safety 1st Stair GatesDorel Juvenile Group Expands Recall of Safety 1st Stair GatesName of Product: Safety 1st SmartLight Stair Gates Importer: Dorel Juvenile Group USA, of Columbus, Ind.
Description: The recall involves the Safety 1st SmartLight Stair Gate with model number 42111, which is printed on a sticker under the handle panel. The gates, which were manufactured before December 20, 2008, are white metal with a gray handle and a motion sensor nightlight that illuminates on approach. The manufacture date is located below the gate's handle as a date wheel imprinted in the plastic; an arrow indicates the month, and the year is stamped inside the circle. The manufacture date is also printed on a sticker inside the battery door. Sold at: Mass merchandise and juvenile product stores nationwide, including Babies R Us, Toys R Us, Wal-Mart.com and other online retailers from January 2005 through July 2009 for about $60. Remedy: Consumers should stop using the recalled gate and contact the company to obtain a free repair kit. Consumer Contact: Consumers can call Dorel Juvenile Group toll-free at (866) 690-2540 Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. ET; complete an online order form on the Dorel Juvenile Group Web site at www.djgusa.com/safety_notice to obtain their free repair kit. Consumers should not return the stair gates |
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Hazard: The hinges that hold the stair gate in place can break, posing a fall hazard to children if the gate is placed at the top of the stairs. No incidents or injuries have been reported.