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Product recall · CPSCSeptember 4, 2007Serious
Bunk Beds
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What’s wrong
The recalled bunk beds do not comply with federal safety standards and have wooden side slat supports that can separate from the bed frame, causing the upper bunk to collapse.
The Recall Registry rates this serious — Parts can come loose.
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 who have not already received and installed a free repair kit for the side slat supports should immediately stop using the bunk beds until repairs can be made. Contact the firm to receive a free repair kit that can easily be installed at home. Retailers have contacted some consumers who purchased the bunk beds directly.
Who to contact: For more information, contact d-Scan Inc. at (800) 932-2006 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's Web site at www.tvilum-scanbirk.com
The product
The twin bunk beds are designed for children and were sold in a kit to be assembled by consumers. Only model number 82008 is included in this recall. The bunk beds are made of maple wood with a four-step ladder attached to the side and three pullout drawers under the bottom bunk. These bunk beds have no markings or labeling.
Details
- Units affected
- About 500
- Recall date
- September 4, 2007
- Made or distributed by
- d-Scan Inc., of South Boston, Va., a subsidiary of Tvilum-Scanbirk, of Denmark
- Injuries reported
- None reported
- What has been reported
- The firm is aware of seven incidents in which the upper bunk collapsed after the side slat supports separated from the bunk bed's frame. No injuries have been reported.
82008
Specialty furniture stores nationwide and on various Web sites from December 2004 through April 2006 for about $600.
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: “Bunk Beds Recalled by d-Scan Due to Collapse 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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