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Product recall · CPSCSeptember 20, 2011Serious
American Woodcrafters to Repair Bunk Beds
The notice says to stop using it — see below for what to do.
What’s wrong
The guard rails on upper bunks can crack and cause the mattress and its support rails to collapse, posing a fall hazard.
The Recall Registry rates this serious — Fall risk.
What it looks like
Photos help. Identifiers decide. Appearance can vary by color, finish or packaging. Confirm the model number, date code or other identifier in the official notice.
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What to do
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.
Who to 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
The product
This recall involves upper guardrails on twin-over-twin bunk beds and twin-over-double bed loft designs. The beds have a permanent label attached to the headboard or the footboard with the American Woodcrafters logo; SKU numbers, 1800-977 or 1800-969; PO Numbers: 103276, 103432, or 300038; and the manufacturing date.
Details
- Units affected
- About 180
- Recall date
- September 20, 2011
- Brand
- American Woodcrafters, of High Point, N.C.
- Injuries reported
- None reported
- What has been reported
- The firm has received two reports of cracked guard rails causing the mattresses and support rails to collapse. No injuries were reported.
Furniture dealers nationwide from October 2010 to June 2011 for between $600 and $1,000.
The official notice
This recall was issued by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission. The Recall Registry summarises it — always confirm the details at the source.
Their exact wording: “American Woodcrafters Recalls to Repair Bunk Beds Due To Fall Hazard”
Worried about the other things in your house? You can write down what you have and be told if one is recalled — or, if you sell second-hand, check your whole stock at once.
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