Vibe Bear Playyard Mattresses Recalled Due to Suffocation Hazards for Infants; Violation of the Federal Safety Regulation for Crib Mattresses; Sold Exclusively on Amazon.com by Beyond Baby (Recall Alert)
Recalled Product Name/Brand/ID
Vibe Bear Playyard Mattresses
Recall Product Images
- Recalled Beyond Baby Vibe Bear-branded mattress
- Blue tag with cartoon teddy bear
- Model number and date of manufacture tag
Potential Risks or Issues
The recalled mattresses violate multiple provisions of the Safety Standard for Crib Mattresses, including the firmness and thickness tests and missing warnings and labels. The product poses a suffocation hazard to infants.
Has Anyone Been Injured?
None reported
About the Recall
This recall involves Beyond Baby Vibe Bear-branded portable playyard mattresses, manufactured on or after August 15, 2022. The mattresses are white with a diagonal quilted surface and graphics of green and yellow trees, houses, and foxes printed on them. They measure about 38 inches long by 26 inches wide by 3 inches high and have a dark blue tag hanging off the mattress with a picture of a cartoon teddy bear. The mattresses fold in half and have a large crease going down the length of the mattress in the middle where it folds. Model number YXB17 and the date of manufacture, in YYYY.MM, can be found on a tag on the edge of the mattress.
Where to Find Unique Identification of this Product
Model number YXB17 and the date of manufacture, in YYYY.MM, can be found on a tag on the edge of the mattress.
How Many Units Are Affected?
About 820
Affected Batch/Date Range
Manufactured on or after August 15, 2022
Who is the Distributor(s)?
Beyond Baby, of China
Places Where Recalled Product was Sold
Amazon.com from January 2023 through June 2023 for about $34.
Where was This Manufactured?
China
Actions for Consumers
- Consumers should immediately stop using and destroy the mattresses by cutting them in half.
- Contact Beyond Baby at recallguof@outlook.com to send photos of destroyed recalled products for a full refund.
- Beyond Baby and Amazon are contacting all purchasers directly.
Remedy Process
- Refund
Additional Information
For additional information, visit the CPSC website.
Regulatory Compliance
The recalled mattresses violate the Safety Standard for Crib Mattresses.
How Can I Protect Myself From Falling Victim?
If you own a Beyond Baby Vibe Bear-branded portable playyard mattress, check the model number and date of manufacture on the tag. If your mattress is part of the recall, immediately stop using it and destroy it by cutting it in half. Contact Beyond Baby for a refund and follow their instructions for providing photos of the destroyed product. Make sure to stay updated with product recall alerts and regularly check for any recalls related to infant products.
Final Thought
It is important to prioritize the safety of infants and young children, especially when it comes to products they come into contact with. The recall of the Beyond Baby Vibe Bear Playyard Mattresses highlights the potential risks of suffocation and the importance of adhering to safety standards for infant products. Consumers should take immediate action to ensure their child’s safety and seek a refund as instructed by the manufacturer.
