CPSC2011-05-05
Dorel Asia Recalls to Repair Bunk Beds Due to Collapse and Fall Hazards
Dorel Asia SRL, of Barbados
Hazard
The wooden side rails that run from the headboard to the footboard and hold the bunk bed's mattress in place can split and cause the bunk bed to collapse, posing a fall hazard to consumers.
Remedy
Consumers should immediately contact Dorel Asia to receive a free repair kit. Until consumers obtain and install the repair kit, consumers should take down the bunk beds and only use them as separate twin beds.
Sold at
Walmart, Kmart and Target stores and online at www.walmart.com, www.kmart.com and www.target.com from September 2004 through September 2009 for about $190.
Affected count
About 445,000 in the United States and 21,700 in Canada
Injuries reported
CPSC and Dorel Asia have received 23 reports of the side rails cracking or breaking, including seven reports of minor bruises or abrasions.
Manufactured in
Vietnam
Remedy type
Repair
Products
Wooden bunk beds
Consumer contact
For additional information, contact Dorel Asia at (800) 295-1980 between 8:30 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. ET Monday through Friday or visit the firm's website at www.dorelasia.com
Official notice
https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2011/Dorel-Asia-Recalls-to-Repair-Bunk-Beds-Due-to-Collapse-and-Fall-HazardsDon't want to check this manually?
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