SARO Braided Crib Bumpers
Recalled by The Kalencom Corporation, of New Orleans, Louisiana
Consumer product recall
This hazard means part of the product can trap a child or restrict breathing, which is especially dangerous for infants and young children. Recalls address the risk by offering repairs, replacements, or refunds, and caregivers are advised to stop using the product immediately.
The Kalencom Corporation, of New Orleans, Louisiana has recalled SARO Braided Crib Bumpers, according to the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC). The recall was announced on January 8, 2026. It involves an entrapment or strangulation hazard.
Below is a plain-English summary of what was recalled, why it was recalled, how to tell whether you have the affected product, and what steps you can take. For the complete and most current details, you can view the CPSC record linked further down this page.
What was recalled?
This recall covers SARO Braided Crib Bumpers, with approximately About 55 affected. The company behind the recall is The Kalencom Corporation, of New Orleans, Louisiana.
From the official recall notice: “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.”
Why was SARO Braided Crib Bumpers recalled?
According to the CPSC, the hazard is described as follows: “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 f….” In plain terms, this recall relates to an entrapment or strangulation hazard.
This hazard means part of the product can trap a child or restrict breathing, which is especially dangerous for infants and young children. Recalls address the risk by offering repairs, replacements, or refunds, and caregivers are advised to stop using the product immediately.
Reported injuries at the time of the recall notice: None reported.
What should you do?
If you think you may have bought SARO Braided Crib Bumpers, compare it against the product description and identifying codes before using it.
The official recall notice states: “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 na…”
About this recall
This recall applies to products sold in the United States. RecallRadar summarizes recall information from public CPSC data to make it easier to understand. We are an independent service and are not affiliated with the CPSC or any government agency, so please always refer to the official source for the authoritative record — and note the “last synced” date shown on this page, since recall details can change over time.
Who this recall affects
This recall matters to anyone who bought SARO Braided Crib Bumpers. Even if you feel fine, it's worth checking what you have on hand rather than assuming you were missed.
What entrapment or strangulation hazard actually means
This hazard means part of the product can trap a child or restrict breathing, which is especially dangerous for infants and young children. Recalls address the risk by offering repairs, replacements, or refunds, and caregivers are advised to stop using the product immediately.
In this case, the concern applies specifically to SARO Braided Crib Bumpers from The Kalencom Corporation, of New Orleans, Louisiana — not to the wider category of products. Similar items from other brands aren't part of this recall.
How to check whether you have it
On most consumer products, the model and serial number appear on a rating label — usually on the underside, the back panel, inside a battery compartment, or on a sewn-in tag for textiles and children's products. Check the original box if you still have it.
Compare what you find against the product details listed above. If the codes don't match, your item isn't part of this recall.
What to do if you already bought it
Stop using the product now and keep it away from children and pets until it's dealt with.
Follow the remedy in the official notice — typically a free repair kit, replacement, or refund from The Kalencom Corporation, of New Orleans, Louisiana. You usually do not need a receipt.
Don't resell or donate a recalled product, and don't assume a second-hand version is safe — recalled items circulate for years on resale sites.
Full recall details
- Date reported
- January 8, 2026
- Recall started
- January 8, 2026
What you can do
Check whether any product you have matches the description and codes above. If it does, stop using it and follow the instructions in the official recall notice. When in doubt, contact the company or your local health authority.
Quick answers
Why was SARO Braided Crib Bumpers recalled?+
According to the CPSC: The recalled padded crib bumpers violate the federal ban on crib bumpers because they can obstruc…
How serious is this recall?+
Consumer product recall. This hazard means part of the product can trap a child or restrict breathing, which is especially dangerous for infants and young children. Recalls address the risk by offering repairs, replacements, or refunds, and caregivers are advised to stop using the product immediately.
What should I do if I have SARO Braided Crib Bumpers?+
Compare your product against the description and identifying codes on this page. If it matches, stop using it and follow the instructions in the official recall notice — this usually means returning it for a refund or discarding it. When in doubt, contact the company or your local health authority.
Opens the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) data for this recall.
Recall number: CPSC-10543. Information last synced from the FDA on July 6, 2026.