The CPSC's emphatic message to parents: Do not attempt to fix these cribs with homemade remedies. “Cribs should be the safest place in the home for infants and toddlers,” said CPSC Chairman Inez Tenenbaum. “CPSC is committed to addressing the hazards with cribs and to restoring parents’ confidence that their child will have a safe sleep.”

The agency continues to actively investigate various cribs for potential drop-side and other hazards as part of a larger effort to rid the marketplace and homes of unsafe cribs. The CPSC staff is also working on a new mandatory standard to make cribs safer, which is targeted for completion later this year. The Juvenile Products Manufacturers Association (JPMA) has also launched a new crib safety initiative. The companies involved in today’s recalls are providing immobilization devices or other remedies as part of JPMA’s crib safety initiative. Consumers can visit JPMA’s website, www.cribsafety.org, for a list of participating manufacturers.

It's important to note that the immobilization devices, which will be available in the next few weeks, are not a solution for cribs with broken or damaged drop-side hardware. If your drop-side hardware is broken, contact the manufacturer for an alternative remedy.

If your crib has been recalled or it has missing, broken or loose parts, find an alternate safe sleep environment intended for a baby. For more information, visit the CPSC's Crib information center.