Popular baby stair gates are being recalled by Argos after safety fears
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A number of stair gates have been recalled by Argos amid safety fears that they are unable to withstand the force of a child pushing or falling against them.
Some Cuggl Safety Gates have failed tests, with wooden slats breaking under the impact of a child kicking or pushing against them.
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Hide AdOther issues discovered during the testing included the auto-close feature not working, and the gaps between metal bars being wider than allowed.
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These issues could result in a child becoming trapped, or falling through the gate.
Seven different gates under the Cuggl brand are affected by the product recall.
A statement from Argos instructs anybody who has one of the gates included in the recall to stop using it immediately and take it back to the shop for a full refund. A receipt will not be needed.
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Hide AdThe easiest way to check if the stair gate you own is Cuggl brand is to look for the label on the top panel.
Which gates are affected?
These are the stair gates affected by the recall.
Cuggl Autoclose Metal Gate. CAT no: 7076879
Cuggl Metal and Wood Gate. CAT no: 7025112
Cuggl Wooden Extending Gate. CAT no: 7065426
Cuggl 7cm Pressure Fot Extension Kit. CAT no: 7063838
Cuggl Pressure Fit Safety Gate. CAT no: 7036613
Cuggl Extra Wide Hallway Gate. CAT no: 7060225
Cuggl Extra Wide Adjustable Gate. cat NO: 6879613