A Consumer Reports investigation into the safety of the Fisher-Price Rock ’n Play Sleeper has found that the product designed to allow infants to sleep on an incline is tied to the deaths of at least 32 babies -- going back to 2009.
The Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) and Fisher-Price released statements admitting that they are aware of 10 infant deaths in the Rock ‘n Play that have occurred since 2015, after the infants rolled from their back to their stomach or side, while unrestrained -- all 10 infants were 3 months or older.
On Monday, Fisher-Price confirmed to CR that the company is also aware of the approximately 32 fatalities going back to 2009 introduction of the Rock 'n Play Sleeper, including the 10 noted in the joint release with the CPSC.
"Because deaths continue to occur, [the Consumer Product Safety Commission] is recommending consumers stop the use of the product by three months of age, or as soon as an infant exhibits rollover capabilities," the statement said. "CPSC has previously warned consumers to use restraints in infant inclined sleep products."
In a statement about the Rock 'n Play Sleeper, Fisher-Price wrote: "We continue to stand by the safety of the Rock ‘n Play Sleeper, as it meets all applicable safety standards, including those of the international standards organization, known as ASTM International, and is certified by the Juvenile Products Manufacturing Association (JPMA)."
Fisher-Price told CR that “any deaths have been caused by the product” citing “the many situations where a medical/health condition was identified as the cause of death, and/or those in which the product was clearly used in a manner contrary to the safety warnings and instructions.”
(CBS News/KNX)