CPSC recall 10177
Infantino "SlingRider" and "Wendy Bellissimo" infant slings
- CPSC
- unknown
- Published 2014-05-23
On 2014-05-23 the CPSC announced a recall of Infantino "SlingRider" and "Wendy Bellissimo" infant slings by Infantino, citing slings can pose two different types of suffocation hazards to babies. In the first few months of life, babies cannot control their heads because of weak neck muscles. The sling's….
| Agency | CPSC |
|---|---|
| Recall number | 10177 |
| Classification | Not classified |
| Status | unknown |
| Initiated | 2010-03-24 |
| Published | 2014-05-23 |
| Last updated | 2026-09-13 11:58 UTC |
| Company | Infantino |
| Distribution | US |
Product
Infantino "SlingRider" and "Wendy Bellissimo" infant slings | The Infantino "SlingRider", is a soft fabric baby carrier with a padded shoulder strap that is worn by parents and caregivers to carry an infant weighing up to 20 lbs. "Infantino" is printed on the plastic slider located on the strap. "Infantino," "SlingRider" and the item number are printed on the instruction/warning label inside the baby sling carrier. "Wendy Bellissimo" branded sling carriers were sold exclusively at Babies "R" Us and have a sewn-in label on the inside of the sling strap that says in part "Wendy Bellissimo Media, Inc." and lists Item numbers 3937500H7 and 3937501H7.
Reason
Slings can pose two different types of suffocation hazards to babies. In the first few months of life, babies cannot control their heads because of weak neck muscles. The sling's fabric can press against an infant's nose and mouth, blocking the baby's breathing. Additionally, where a sling keeps the infant in a curled position bending the chin toward the chest, the airways can be restricted, limiting the oxygen supply. The baby will not be able to cry for help and can slowly suffocate.
Status history
No status changes recorded since RecallRadar first saw this recall on 2026-09-13 11:58 UTC. Current status: unknown.
Source
Official record: https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2010/Infantino-Recalls-to-Replace-SlingRider-Baby-Slings-Three-Infant-Deaths-Reported
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