Fisher-Price recently recalled two components of its Snuga Swings due to a risk of suffocation for infants while sleeping in the seats. The company instructed consumers to remove the headrest and seat pad insert that can pose a suffocation risk. Consumers can receive a $25 refund by submitting photos of the removed parts. However, the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission commissioner called for a full product recall and reimbursement of the full cost of the swing, criticizing Fisher-Price for prioritizing profit over safety.
Inclined sleeper products, such as baby swings and rockers, are considered hazardous by safety experts because infants’ heads can slump forward, making it difficult for them to breathe. Congress banned inclined sleepers for infants in 2022, but the law only applies to products with an incline greater than 10 degrees and for babies up to 1 year old. Fisher-Price has also faced recalls for other infant products in recent years, including the Rock ‘n Play Sleepers, which led to several infant deaths.
Despite safety concerns, Fisher-Price has not recalled its Infant-to-Toddler Rockers and Newborn-to-Toddler Rockers but has warned consumers to never use the products for sleep. The company has faced criticism for its handling of safety issues and its response to infant deaths associated with its products. Consumers are advised to follow safety recommendations for infant sleep and monitor infants closely when using infant products.
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