Safety Gates Recalled Due to Risk of Serious Injury or Death to Children from Entrapment Hazard; Violation of Federal Regulation for Gates and Enclosures; Sold Exclusively on Amazon.com by HabiLife Direct

Issue & Risk

The recalled gates violate the federal safety regulations for expansion gates and expandable enclosures because a child's torso can fit through the opening between the gate and the floor, posing a risk of serious injury or death due to entrapment hazard.

Recall Details

Starting Date: March 13, 2025

Description: This recall involves retractable safety mesh gates, marketed as baby or dog gates, with model number SG021. They were sold in white, gray and black. The multi-use gates measure about 34 inches high with an adjustable width up to about 55 inches and have an aluminum frame. "Retractable Safety Gate" and the model number are printed on a white label located on the inside of the frame on the side of the gates' handles.

Sold At: Amazon.com from September 2024 through January 2025 for between $35 and $45.

Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission

What you should do/ Action taken

Consumers should stop using the recalled gates immediately and contact HabiLife Direct for a full refund. Consumers will be asked to destroy the gates by cutting the mesh and disposing of the gates. Consumers must send a photo of the destroyed gates to [email protected]. HabiLife Direct and Amazon are contacting all known purchasers directly.

Summary

If you bought a HabiLife Direct Safety Gate on Amazon between 2022 and 2024, please stop using it right away. These gates don’t meet current safety standards and have gaps where a child could get trapped, posing a serious risk of injury. The company is issuing a full recall you should contact HabiLife Direct immediately to get a refund or a replacement.

For more information on this recall, see the: Safety Gates Recalled Due to Risk of Serious Injury or Death to Children from Entrapment Hazard; Violation of Federal Regulation for Gates and Enclosures; Sold Exclusively on Amazon.com by HabiLife Direct