CPSC2011-09-20
American Woodcrafters Recalls to Repair Bunk Beds Due To Fall Hazard
American Woodcrafters, of High Point, N.C.
Hazard
The guard rails on upper bunks can crack and cause the mattress and its support rails to collapse, posing a fall hazard.
Remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using the upper beds and contact American Woodcrafters or their furniture dealer to arrange for the free replacement of upper bunk guard rails.
Sold at
Furniture dealers nationwide from October 2010 to June 2011 for between $600 and $1,000.
Affected count
About 180
Injuries reported
The firm has received two reports of cracked guard rails causing the mattresses and support rails to collapse. No injuries were reported.
Manufactured in
Indonesia
Remedy type
Replace
Products
Wood Twin Bunk Beds and Loft Bunk Beds
Consumer contact
For additional information, contact American Woodcrafters at toll-free at (888) 429-7265 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET, or visit the firm's website at www.american-woodcrafters.com
Official notice
https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2011/American-Woodcrafters-Recalls-to-Repair-Bunk-Beds-Due-To-Fall-HazardDon't want to check this manually?
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