Kalencom recalls SARO Braided Crib Bumpers because they can block a baby's breathing
The padded crib bumpers break the federal crib bumper ban because they can block an infant's breathing, which creates an unsafe sleeping space and risks suffocation, serious injury or death.
What to do
Stop using the crib bumpers right away. If you bought one at MacroBaby in Orlando, Florida, return it to the store for a refund; if you bought it online, email info@kalencom.com with the subject line "Crib Bumper Recall - Refund Request", your name and phone number, and a photo of the bumper cut in half.
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Recall details
- Product
- SARO Braided Crib Bumpers
- Hazard
- The recalled padded crib bumpers violate the federal ban on crib bumpers because they can obstruct an infant's breathing, posing a risk of serious injury or death, due to suffocation. This creates an unsafe sleeping environment for infants. Padded crib bumpers are banned by the federal Safe Sleep for Babies Act.
- Injuries
- None reported.
- Units
- About 55
- Where sold
- Sold at MacroBaby, of Orlando, Florida and online at Kalencombaby.com and Target.com from May 2024 through October 2025 for about $60.
- Remedy
- Refund
- Notice last updated
- January 9, 2026
- Recall date
- January 8, 2026
The headline, summary and steps above are written in plain English from the official notice below. Identifiers are copied exactly as the agency published them. Always check the official notice before you act.
Official notice
The notice's own wording from CPSC.
The Kalencom Corporation Recalls SARO Braided Crib Bumpers Due to Risk of Serious Injury or Death from Suffocation; Violates Federal Crib Bumper Ban
- Description
- This recall involves SARO Braided Crib Bumpers, Model 1374. The crib bumpers were sold in salmon, gray and mint colors. "Ref. 1374" is printed on a tag sewn into the crib bumpers and on a tag attached to the product packaging.
- Hazard
- The recalled padded crib bumpers violate the federal ban on crib bumpers because they can obstruct an infant's breathing, posing a risk of serious injury or death, due to suffocation. This creates an unsafe sleeping environment for infants. Padded crib bumpers are banned by the federal Safe Sleep for Babies Act.
- Remedy
- Consumers should stop using the crib bumpers immediately and request a full refund in one of the following ways: For SARO Braided Crib Bumpers purchased in store at MacroBaby in Orlando, Florida, consumers should return the item to the store for a refund. For SARO Braided Crib Bumpers purchased online, consumers should email info@kalencom.com with the subject line "Crib Bumper Recall - Refund Request" and include name and phone number, along with a photo showing the crib bumper cut in half as proof of destruction. Remedy options: Refund.
- Injuries
- None reported.
- Number of units
- About 55
- Sold at
- Sold at MacroBaby, of Orlando, Florida and online at Kalencombaby.com and Target.com from May 2024 through October 2025 for about $60.
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