Fisher-Price Recalls 65,000 Infant Swings.

The well-known children’s manufacturer, Fisher-Price, has recalled 65,000 of their popular infant swings. The swings can bounce, swing, vibrate and play songs.  The swing is also equipped with an overhead mobile.

The recall has been issued due to a potential fire hazard.  The swing’s motor can overheat causing a fire in the motor housing.

The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), has reported that Fisher-Price has received 36 reports of the swing overheating including one account where a fire began inside the motor housing. No injuries have been reported at this time.

How to know if your swing has been recalled

The CPSC says several models of the Fisher-Price infant swing have been recalled.

You can find the model number on the underside of the motor.  Recalled models include the Fisher-Price Soothing Motions Seats with model numbers CMR35, CMR36, CMR37 and DYH22 and Smart Connect Soothing Motions Seats with the model number CMR39. The previous model was sold for $160 and $175. The swings were sold at Amazon.com, Toys R Us, Walmart, Target, Buy Buy Baby and more stores from November 2015-October 2017.

If your swing has been affected by the recall, Fisher-Price urges you to discontinue using the swing and to contact them for a refund.

Recovering compensation after an injury from a defective product

It is a manufacturer’s responsibility to make sure their products are safe for consumers.  If someone is injured due to a defective product, a product liability claim may exist.  A claim may be pursued to pay for damages caused by the defective product such as medical bills, missed time from work and pain and suffering.

If you or someone you know has been seriously injured by a defective product, it is important to contact a personal injury attorney to review your rights.  Call 412-661-1400 to schedule a free consultation with a personal injury lawyer in Pittsburgh at Berger and Green today.

Source: WPXI.com, “Fisher-Price recalling 65,000 infant motion seats”