May 30th, 2025 (Chicago, IL) – Various brands of infant swings deemed dangerous by the Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) are raising serious safety concerns for parents nationwide. The swings are under fire because they violate the Safe Sleep for Babies Act, fail to include mandatory safety warnings, and contain button cell batteries without proper hazard disclosures.
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These dangerous children’s products are especially hazardous because they offer an incline angle greater than 10 degrees. This unsafe design increases the risk of suffocation, as sleeping infants may slump into a chin-to-chest position that can block their airway. Products with similar inclined designs have been linked to more than 100 infant deaths.
Which Infant Swings Are Dangerous?
The CPSC website lists pages upon pages of brands of infant swings that have been recalled, or for which the agency has issued warnings over the past few years. Alarmingly, manufacturers continue to build the swings with dangerous designs, and the same hazards keep popping up.
For example, two infant swing brands recently labeled as dangerous are the Nezmdi Baby Swing and the Queerick Infant Swings. Both swings were marketed for infant sleep, and they have an incline of more than 10 degrees. Additionally, they both use coin or button cell batteries and lack the warning required by Reese’s Law.
Nezmdi Baby Swing
The Nezmdi Baby Swing recall affects Nezmdi brand electric infant swings. These swings were sold in pink, with a white base, black control panel, star and moon hanging plush toys, a pillow, mosquito net with a canopy, and a seat cover. They are 25 inches in length and width, and 20 inches in height. There is a leather patch on the restraints that says “Nezmdi”, and the model number is S0008.
These swings come with a remote control and a USB cable.
Consumers are urged to stop using the baby swings and contact Nezmdi for a refund. They are directed to send Nezmdi a picture of the swing with the swing cover cut and the words “recalled” written on it’s base with permanent marker to yingpengds@163.com.
Queerick Infant Swings
The manufacturer of Queerick Infant Swings has not issued a recall at this time. However, the CSPC has issued a notice of violation to the seller. So far, Power Transform has not agreed to provide a remedy to affected consumers. These swings are still considered unsafe for infant sleeping and use of these products should be discontinued.
The products were sold on Amazon from October 2023 to November 2024 for between $100 and $220. The model is “WS-HB18.” The swings are labeled as “Baby swing Black grey” and come with cloud and pink whale hanging toys. The swing’s seat has lions printed on it.
Why Is it Dangerous to let Your Baby Sleep at an Incline?
Sleeping at an incline is dangerous for infants because babies, especially younger ones, have poor head control due to weaker neck muscles. While sleeping at an incline, the infant’s head can slouch down, causing blockage to the airway, which can lead to suffocation and even death. Additionally, if the infant rolls over in their sleep, they may wind up with their face pressed into the fabric, which could also lead to suffocation. Sleepers and swings that incline more than 10 degrees are banned by the Safe Sleep for Babies Act because of this risk.
How to Safely Sleep an Infant
Parents and caregivers are reminded that the best place for a sleeping baby is on a flat, firm surface such as a crib, bassinet, or play yard. Additionally, use a fitted sheet only, and avoid things like blankets, pillows, stuffed animals, or other items in an infant’s sleeping environment. You should place an infant on their back when laying them down to sleep. If your infant falls asleep in an inclined position, it is important to move them to a safe sleep position and environment right away.
Manufacturers Knew About the Suffocation Risks of Infant Swings
Let’s be clear—this isn’t a new issue. The suffocation risks of infant swings have been highlighted for more than two decades. The dangerous design, as well as other safety issues, have been discussed long before the recent infant swing recalls and warnings were issued. In fact, “slump-over deaths” and other fatalities have been reported since at least 2002. Additionally, ASTM standards, and the evolution of warning labels, are evidence that manufacturers were aware of the dangers.
They knew the swings posed risks. They had the data. They ignored it.
Instead of pulling these dangerous swings from the market or investing in safer designs, manufacturers chose to prioritize profit. The cost of fixing the problem—or losing market share—was apparently too high. So, they gambled with infants’ lives.
At Ankin Law, we’ve seen this pattern before. Corporations cut corners, bury the risks, and act shocked when families are left to grieve. But we know the truth: this wasn’t an accident—it was a business decision. And when a company knowingly puts defective products in homes across America, it should be held accountable to the fullest extent of the law.
Get the Help You Need if Your Baby Was Injured
If your infant was injured or killed due to these unreasonably dangerous products, you have legal options. An experienced product liability attorney at Ankin Law can help you pursue justice for your baby’s injury or death. When you work with our law firm, you can expect:
- Experienced, individualized legal services
- Attentive attorneys and staff who put you first
- 24/7 support
- Maximum compensation
Our Chicago law firm offers free consultations, and we operate on a contingency fee structure, so you don’t have to worry about legal fees unless we win your case. Let us work with you to hold negligent manufacturers liable for their actions. Contact our law firm today at 312 600-0000 for your free consultation.
