Popular baby monitoring company Owlet recently issued a warning to parents after a child reportedly died from a loose camera cable.
On Friday, November 13, 2026, the company took to its website and social media pages and posted a cable guard safety update after a baby’s death reportedly associated with its product came to light.
The company said a family lost their child after the toddler became entangled in a loose and exposed camera cable.
What Did Owlet Say About the Incident?
In a statement posted on Instagram, the company issued an apology and urged parents to complete a “safety check” on their app.
“As fellow parents, our hearts are with this family during this very difficult time,” the statement reads.
The company noted that the camera cable guards were not used by the family when the incident happened. They also said that they reviewed the company records and were aware of 91 adhesive-related complaints.
“Owlet was founded to help keep babies safe…In some situations, the cable guard became loose or fully detached from the wall, leading to risk of strangulation and prompting today’s action by Owlet,” the company further added in the post.
“Reminder: No cables of any kind should be located within 3 feet of the crib unless they are covered and securely attached to the wall,” the company noted.
What Parents Should Know
To address this risk, the company has provided a replacement cable guard system.
Owlet noted that the replacement cable guard is an ASTM-compliant cable guard system that comes in an “L” shape. The company shared that it has an enclosed design, which helps to reduce safety risks.
The company has also asked customers to request the free replacement cable guard system through the Owlet Dream app. Parents who own the affected products can also reach out through the company’s Help Center chat feature on its website.
Notably, the company has asked parents and customers with their Owlet Cam 1, Cam 2 and Dream Sight cameras to request the free replacement cable guard system. This applies to products specifically purchased before November 13, 2026.
Meanwhile, Owlet’s Dream Sock, which is an FDA-cleared wearable smart baby monitor, is reportedly not impacted by the cable guard notice.
