CPSC Recall in 2009: Dorel Juvenile Group Expands Recall of Safety 1st Stair Gates Due to Fall Hazard

Updated on January 18, 2026.

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Data Source: CPSC.

Recall Number: 09-300

Date: August 05, 2009

Product Name: Safety 1st SmartLight Stair Gates

Recall Description:

The recall involves the Safety 1st SmartLight Stair Gate with model number 42111, which is printed on a sticker under the handle panel. The gates, which were manufactured before December 20, 2008, are white metal with a gray handle and a motion sensor nightlight that illuminates on approach. The manufacture date is located below the gate's handle as a date wheel imprinted in the plastic; an arrow indicates the month, and the year is stamped inside the circle. The manufacture date is also printed on a sticker inside the battery door.

Hazard Description:

The hinges that hold the stair gate in place can break, posing a fall hazard to children if the gate is placed at the top of the stairs.

Consumer Action:

Remedy Type:

Repair

Units: About 31,500 (This recall was first announced in Feb. 2009)

Incidents:

None reported.

Sold At:

Mass merchandise and juvenile product stores nationwide, including Babies R Us, Toys R Us, Wal-Mart.com and other online retailers from January 2005 through July 2009 for about $60.

Manufactured In:

China