December 15, 2025 – A consumer has reported a serious safety concern involving the Cosco Kids Baby Playpen Funsport Portable Baby Play Yard, in Noir Dot, stating that the short sides of the play yard collapse inward with mild pressure from a baby holding the rail. The incident highlights potential safety risks for infants and toddlers using the product.
Product Details
Incident Overview
The incident, reported on November 8, 2025, describes a critical flaw in the Cosco Kids Baby Playpen Funsport Portable Baby Play Yard. According to the consumer, the “short sides of the play yard collapse in with mild pressure from the baby holding the rail.” This instability was deemed “very dangerous” by the reporting individual, raising significant concerns about the structural integrity and safety of the product when in use by an infant or toddler. The report does not specify if an injury occurred, but the potential for harm is evident from the description of the collapse.
Safety Concerns
The reported collapsing sides of the Cosco Kids Baby Playpen present a range of serious safety concerns for infants and young children:
- Immediate Dangers:
* Entrapment and Suffocation Risk: A collapsing side could trap a child’s head, neck, or limbs, leading to a risk of suffocation, strangulation, or serious injury.
* Fall Hazard: If the side gives way while a child is holding onto it for support, the child could lose balance and fall, potentially hitting their head or body on the playpen frame or the floor.
* Impact Injuries: A sudden collapse could cause a child to strike the hard frame components of the playpen or surrounding objects.
- Long-Term Risks: While not immediately apparent from this single incident report, repeated or severe incidents could lead to developmental injuries, concussions, or lasting psychological trauma if a child experiences a frightening or painful event.
- Who Might Be Affected: Infants and toddlers who are learning to stand, pull themselves up, or are otherwise active within the play yard are most at risk, as they rely on the playpen’s structure for support and containment.
- Property Damage Potential: While the primary concern is child safety, a sudden collapse could also potentially damage items inside the playpen or surrounding furniture if the playpen buckles unexpectedly.
What Consumers Should Do
Consumers who own the Cosco Kids Baby Playpen Funsport Portable Baby Play Yard should take immediate action to ensure the safety of their children:
- Immediately Cease Use: If your play yard exhibits any signs of instability, particularly the short sides collapsing or weakening under pressure, stop using the product immediately.
- Inspect Your Product: Carefully inspect your Cosco Kids Funsport Portable Baby Play Yard. Check the locking mechanisms on all sides, especially the short sides, to ensure they are fully engaged and remain secure even with gentle pressure applied. Look for any signs of wear, damage, or manufacturing defects that could compromise the play yard’s stability.
- Monitor Children: Always supervise children when they are in a play yard.
- Report Incidents: If you experience a similar issue or any other safety concern with this or any product, report it immediately to the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) at SaferProducts.gov. This helps build a database of incidents that can lead to recalls and safety improvements.
Manufacturer’s Response
Dorel Juvenile Group provided a response to the incident report on December 5, 2025:
“Thank you for bringing this issue to our attention. We value your input and would like the opportunity to discuss your concern further. Please contact Dorel through one of the following options:
• Email: consumer@djgusa.com
• Consumer Hotline: (800) 544-1108
We want to assure consumers that all Dorel Juvenile Group products meet or exceed all mandatory and voluntary safety standards. If you have any questions or need assistance, we encourage you to reach out to us directly using the contact information above.”
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Note: This information is based on incident reports provided by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission. If you find information that is incorrect, please contact us immediately so we can correct the post to reflect accurate information.
Disclaimer: The information provided in this post is not intended to be legal or medical advice. This article is based on publicly available incident reports. The incidents mentioned have not necessarily been independently verified or adjudicated.