[Recalled] Cosco "Zip n Go," "Okie Dokie," and "Carters" playpens — The recalled playpens were sold under the "Zip n Go," "Okie Dokie," and "Carter… | CPSC 2001-10-10
Regulators flagged this product in an official safety action. Here is what the notice says and what it means for owners.
Recall details
| Product | Cosco "Zip n Go," "Okie Dokie," and "Carters" playpens |
|---|---|
| Brand / manufacturer | Cosco Inc., of Columbus, Ind. |
| Category | consumer_product |
| Issuing authority | CPSC |
| Reference | 02008 |
| Country of notice | United States |
| Hazard type | recall |
| Notice date | 10 October 2001 |
Why it was recalled
According to the CPSC notice, the identified hazard is: The recalled playpens were sold under the "Zip n Go," "Okie Dokie," and "Carters" brand names and were manufactured by Cosco. Only model numbers 05-361, 05-362, 05-363, and 05-364 are included in this recall. The model numbers are located on a label on the bottom of the playpen, on the metal tubular frame near one of the corners. The label reads in part, "MANUFACTURED IN CHINA FOR COSCO INC." The 28-inch-by-40-inch playpens have four mesh sides on a folding metal frame. The side rails have the name "Zip n Go, " "Okie Dokie," or "Carters" written on them. The padded floorboard forms a carrying case for the playpen. Hazards: The plastic tabs on the playpen that lock the rails into the corners can break or loosen over time, allowing the rails to turn inward, collapse and entrap an infant.
This safety recall concerns consumer_product products distributed in United States and was recorded by CPSC. Recalls in this category are published so that owners, retailers, and importers can identify affected units and act quickly.
What to do if you own this product
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