Cribs, Nonportable Or Not Specified
Twenty years of CPSC NEISS emergency-room records for this consumer product category, combined with demographic breakdowns, multi-year injury trends, and matching recall notices.
Nursery & Baby Products · CPSC Code 1552
No trend data
The verdict
Cribs, Nonportable Or Not Specified carry a danger score of 40/100 (moderate risk), driven by roughly 13,483 ER-treated injuries a year that are stable over the most recent five-year window.
- 40/100
- danger score (moderate risk)
- 13,483
- ER visits per year (avg)
- 4.1%
- end in hospital admission
- 0-4
- most-injured age group
Every figure is rendered from the CPSC NEISS record for product code 1552 - last data year 2024.
PlainSafety danger score
How this 40/100 score is built
The score is computed from four CPSC-derived factors for cribs, nonportable or not specified - no opinion, no editorializing:
- Injury volume13,483 ER visits/yr
- Severity (hospitalization rate)4.1%
- Fatality rate0.72%
- 5-year trendN/A
See the full methodology for the exact weighting of each factor.
What the CPSC Data Shows
Cribs, Nonportable Or Not Specified (CPSC product code 1552, in the Nursery & Baby Products category) generate an estimated 13,483 emergency-room visits every year in the United States, adding up to roughly 53,932 ER-treated injuries across the 4-year span from 2021 to 2024. PlainSafety derives a danger score of 40/100 for this category (moderate risk), combining raw injury volume, demographic reach, severity of outcome, and multi-year trend. The five-year trajectory shows that injury counts are stable over the most recent five-year window, with the busiest year on record being 2024 (14,649 estimated ER visits) and the quietest 2022 (12,830 estimated visits).
The single most common ER diagnosis for cribs, nonportable or not specified is internal injury to the head, accounting for approximately 17,408 visits across the 20-year NEISS window, followed by other to the not stated/unk (2,728 cases). The 0-4 age group absorbs the largest share of injuries, about 47,093 cases over the NEISS window, and males appear slightly more often than the opposite sex in that cohort. Severity outcomes from the NEISS disposition field show that 4.1% of ER visits involving this product end in hospital admission or transfer, and a small fraction (0.72%) result in fatality.
Beyond the hospital-sampled NEISS projections, this page also aggregates 89 consumer incident reports filed directly on SaferProducts.gov, plus 20 anonymized ER narratives - together forming a layered picture of how cribs, nonportable or not specified fail in real households. Every figure on this page comes from CPSC-published data: NEISS projects national estimates from a probability sample of about 100 U.S. hospital emergency departments, while SaferProducts.gov collects voluntary reports from consumers, manufacturers, and clinicians. The danger score, trend indicators, and demographic breakdowns update automatically when CPSC releases a new yearly NEISS file, which is why this page is dated 2024-12-31. For regulatory context, consult CPSC recall notices and the SaferProducts.gov public database linked below.
Annual Injury Estimates (2021–2024)
Source: CPSC NEISS national estimates CPSC NEISS national estimates Injuries represent ER-treated cases only
Who Gets Injured?
| Age Group | Male | Female | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 0-4 | 24,645 | 22,448 | |
| 5-14 | 529 | 954 | |
| 15-24 | 57 | 613 | |
| 25-34 | 677 | 1,193 | |
| 35-44 | 407 | 497 | |
| 45-54 | 101 | 248 | |
| 55-64 | 149 | 936 | |
| 65-74 | 0 | 199 | |
| 75+ | 72 | 207 |
Most Common Injuries
| Body Part | Diagnosis | Est. Injuries |
|---|---|---|
| Head | Internal Injury | |
| Not Stated/unk | Other | |
| Face | Contusions, Abr. | |
| Elbow | Dislocation | |
| Face | Laceration | |
| Mouth | Laceration | |
| Head | Contusions, Abr. | |
| Face | Hematoma | |
| Lower Arm | Fracture | |
| Upper Arm | Fracture | |
| Head | Hematoma | |
| Head | Laceration | |
| Wrist | Fracture | |
| Lower Leg | Other | |
| Lower Trunk | Other |
Severity Breakdown
ER Visit Narratives
Real anonymized emergency room reports from the CPSC NEISS database.
4MOF PRESENTS TO ED W/ MOM AND DAD AT REFERRAL OF PEDIATRICS. CONCERNS FOR RASH VERSUS BRUSING ON LEFT LEG. MAYBE HIT LEG ON CRIB RAILING OR TOYS SINCE BEEN ROLLING AROUND A LOT LATELY. DX: RASH
2YOF CRAWLED OUT OF THE CRIB AND FELL, STRIKING HEAD ON CARPET FLOOR DX: CLOSED HEAD INJURY
9MOF PRESENTS WITH HEAD INJURY S/P PT'S PARENTS EXPLAIN THAT THE BABY WAS NAPPING AT HOME WHEN THEY HURD A THUD AND FOUND THE BABY HAD AN UNWITNESSED FALL FROM OF HER CRIB ONTO THE FLOOR. PT CRIED WHEN PARENTS TOUCHED THE BACK OF HER HEAD. DX: HEAD INJURY
7MOM WAS STANDING UP IN HIS CRIB AND FELL BACKWARDS STRIKING HIS HEAD ON THE SIDE OF THE CRIB DX: CLOSED HEAD INJURY
31YOF, LIFTING HER CHILD OUT OF THE CRIB AND DEVELOPED WORSENING BACK PAIN DX: ACUTE LEFT SIDED THORACIC BACK PAIN
22MOM FELL STRIKING FACE ON THE EDGE OF HIS CRIB DX: LACERATION FACE
22MOM CAUGHT HIS ARM IN HIS CRIB RAILS & LATER TRIPPED ON A PILLOW & FELL. DX: TORUS FX OF WRIST
16MOF PRESENTING TODAY AFTER FALL 3.5FT FROM CRIB. DX: SCALP HEMATOMA
8MOF- FELL OUT OF THE CRIB 3 FT FALL HITTING FOREHEAD PAIN TO FOREHEAD NO LOC/V. NO DX PT WAS LBFE.
2YOM WAS JUMPING IN HIS CRIB AND FELL OUT TO THE FLOOR DX: FRACTURE OF LEFT RADIUS AND ULNA *
2 YOF FELL OUT OF HER CRIB. DX HEAD INJURY, LIP ABRASION
15 MOF PRESENTS WITH HEAD INJURY S/P FELL OUT OF CRIB TO CONCRETE FLOOR FROM A 2 FOOT HEIGHT AT HOME. DX: CLOSED HEAD INJURY
Consumer Incident Reports
Reports filed by consumers on SaferProducts.gov.
Kendall covetable crib documentation claims that only pottery barn kids can provide replacement bolts. However they refuse to do so. Bolts are of a nonstandard size and cannot be manufactured or purchase anywhere on Earth. Replacement m6 screws cut to size would be extremely risky.
I purchased a Babyletto Pogo 8-in-1 Convertible Crib with All-Stages Conversion Kits. My baby is now 7 months old and continually gets his leg stuck through the side rails and is unable to get it out. This has never happened to me on anyother cribs I have purchased through other companies.
Brand new crib had a major structural failure This product was purchased new. I assembled it according to the instructions. When I placed my son onto the mattress in the crib the bracket failed, and the bed collapsed to the floor in one corner
A baby crib with lead was detected with a [REDACTED] that was tested during a lead risk assessment on 9/16/24. The crib is manufactured by the Million Dollar Baby Co. of Pico Rivera, California under the "Namesake" brand and was purchased recently. The XRF detected the presence of lead at 2.6 mg/cm^2. It appears that the brand is carried by major retailers [REDACTED], Wayfair etc. There are no current Federal recalls for this product listed on the Consumer Product Safety Commission website.
This crib falls apart, meaning the mattress falls to the ground and allows opening for baby to crawl through
We purchased a crib "Dream On Me Synergry 5 in one convertible crib" from Amazon in July, 2021. I assembled it and everything seemed fine. My baby sleeps "ABC" with an appropriate infant mattress. A couple weeks of using it I noticed there was a splinter size chip sticking out on the front rail. I was concerned since my baby had just begun sleeping in it and she learned to stand that she may get a splinter from it. I contacted the company and they sent me a replacement rail. However when I opened the replacement I made sure to run my hands down each rail to make sure it wasn't like the original, unfortunately it also had a split and rough spots on it. I took multiple photos and sent the company them and asked for a refund. They do not retail them, so I have to return and get a refund from Amazon. I've also seen similar reviews on the Amazon site about this crib, it doesn't feel right to return it if it isn't safe for babies. My baby did not get injured but the piece of wood on the new rail did puncture my finger when I checked it. It could've hurt her had I not have checked. I would like to return for a refund if that is safe because I could use the funds for a backup sleep space for my baby.
On September 12, 2025, my infant daughters leg became trapped between the slats of a Graco crib. As a result, she suffered a severe wound on her leg that blistered and appeared burn-like. I have photographs documenting both the injury and the way her leg became stuck in the crib. The wound was painful, blistered, and required medical attention. This injury caused significant distress and pain to my child.
Bought a crib from Wayfair last year. My son is showing elevated blood lead levels at his one year appointment. I bought a lead detecting kit and got to work on the surfaces of my home. My crib from Wayfair immediately pops positive. I called Wayfair to advise them and they immediately said that there was nothing that they could do unless my child was ill enough to require medical treatment and that their products are quality tested. They are not willing to look further into the issue. I was told my test was inaccurate. I offered to send the crib to them for testing and they refused. The crib is the kelani 4 in 1 convertible crib.
Showing 8 of 89 reports.
Product Recalls
Search for active and past recalls related to cribs, nonportable or not specified on the CPSC website.
Frequently Asked Questions
How dangerous are cribs, nonportable or not specified?
Based on 20 years of CPSC data, cribs, nonportable or not specified have a danger score of 40/100 (moderate risk). An estimated 13,483 ER-treated injuries occur annually in the U.S. related to this product category.
What are the most common injuries from cribs, nonportable or not specified?
The most common injury is internal injury to the head, accounting for approximately 17,408 injuries over 20 years.
Are injuries from cribs, nonportable or not specified increasing or decreasing?
No trend data.
Who is most at risk for cribs, nonportable or not specified injuries?
The 0-4 age group accounts for the most injuries, with approximately 47,093 cases recorded over 20 years. Males are more frequently injured in this age group.
What happens when someone is injured by cribs, nonportable or not specified?
Of all ER visits involving cribs, nonportable or not specified, approximately 4.1% result in hospital admission. The majority of patients (95.9%) are treated and released from the emergency department.
How can I report a safety problem with cribs, nonportable or not specified?
You can file a consumer incident report at SaferProducts.gov, the official CPSC reporting portal. Reports help the CPSC identify emerging hazards and trigger investigations or recalls. You can also call the CPSC hotline at 1-800-638-2772.
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What this means for you
Treat the 40/100 score as relative risk between products, not your personal odds of injury.
- See where this category ranks against every other tracked product. Full rankings
- Injuries cluster in the 0-4 age group, take extra care if that describes your household.
- Check for active recalls on this product before you assume it is safe. CPSC recalls
NEISS estimates ER-treated injuries from a national probability sample of hospitals; they do not capture injuries treated elsewhere or not treated at all.
Data: CPSC National Electronic Injury Surveillance System (NEISS) 2005–2024 and SaferProducts.gov consumer incident reports. Injury estimates are based on a nationally representative probability sample of U.S. hospital emergency departments. This page is for informational purposes only and is not affiliated with the CPSC.
Read our methodology - how this data is sourced, scored, and verified.