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Product recall · CPSCFebruary 10, 2021Serious
Edsal 2.2 Million Shelving Units
The notice says to stop using it — see below for what to do.
What’s wrong
The shelves can fail to support the 800-pound weight load as stated on the packaging, posing an injury hazard to the consumer.
The Recall Registry rates this serious — Injuries have already been reported.
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.
Recall image provided by CPSC
What to do
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled shelving units and contact Edsal Manufacturing to receive a full refund.
Who to contact: Edsal toll-free at 833-232-5287 from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. CT Monday through Friday, or online at Edsal.com and click on “Talk to us” for more information.
The product
This recall involves Edsal 5-Tier Muscle Rack Heavy Duty Steel Shelving Units used to store heavy items. The units have gray or black-colored steel frames and five plywood shelves. The recalled units include model numbers CR3618, CR3618-BLK, CR4824 and CR4824-BLK. CR3618 and CR3618-BLK are 72 inches in height, 18 inches deep and 36 inches wide. Models CR4824 and CR4824-BLK are 72 inches in height, 24 inches deep and 48 inches wide.
Details
- Units affected
- About 2,200,000
- Recall date
- February 10, 2021
- Brand
- Edsal Manufacturing Company, of Chicago, Ill.
- Injuries reported
- Yes
- What has been reported
- Edsal has received seven reports of shelves bending or breaking due to heavy items placed on shelves, including one injury to a consumer who suffered a broken toe after items fell when the shelving unit broke.
CR3618CR4824CR3618-BLKCR4824-BLK
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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: “Edsal Recalls 2.2 Million Shelving Units Due to Injury 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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