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Product name Mattresses sold with tubular metal cribs
Description The mattresses were sold with Cosco model “M” tubular metal cribs, manufactured from July 1994 through September 1997. The “M” is the third character in the model number. The model number and manufacturing date are stamped on a label on the bottom of the crib’s end panel. “Cosco” is written on the crib’s label and on the mattress tag. The date of delivery is written on the mattress’ tag also. 
Problem When a baby stands up in the crib, the mattress can compress and be pushed between the bars on the crib’s platform. The baby can slip between the bars on the crib’s platform and become entrapped. 
Distribution Nationwide mass merchandise and juvenile products stores. 
Company Cosco Inc., 800-221-6736; web site - www.coscoinc.com/customerserv/forsafety.html 
Dates sold Manufactured from July 1994 through September 1997. 
Date posted 01/03/2002 
 

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