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Crate and Barrel Danish Tall Bookcases
The notice says to stop using it — see below for what to do.
What’s wrong
The bookcase can collapse when fully loaded, posing an injury hazard.
The Recall Registry rates this worth checking — we found nothing in the notice describing a specific injury. A recall covers only the versions, UPCs or date codes it names, so check those against yours.
What it looks like
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What to do
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled bookcase and contact Crate and Barrel to receive a full refund.
Who to contact: Crate and Barrel at 800-451-8217 from 8 a.m. to 7 p.m. CT Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. CT Saturday and Sunday or online at www.crateandbarrel.com and click on “Recalls” located at the bottom of the page for more information.
The product
This recall involves Crate and Barrel Danish White and Natural Tall Bookcases (SKU 325982) and Danish Walnut and White Tall Bookcases (SKU 325943). The bookcases have four shelves and measure 60 inches tall by 32 inches wide. The bookcase has a two-tone white and wood finish. There is a label underneath the bottom shelf with Crate and Barrel, the SKU number and the name of the product.
Details
- Units affected
- About 2,100
- Recall date
- October 21, 2020
- Brand
- Euromarket Designs Inc., d/b/a Crate and Barrel, of Northbrook, Ill.
- Injuries reported
- None reported
- What has been reported
- Crate and Barrel has received five reports of the bookcase's leg breaking. No injuries have been reported.
Crate and Barrel stores nationwide and online at www.crateandbarrel.com from June 2017 through January 2020 for about $300.
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: “Crate and Barrel Recalls Danish Tall Bookcases Due to Risk of Collapse; Injury Hazard to Consumers”
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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