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Linon Home Décor Dressers Due to Tip-Over Hazard
The notice says to stop using it — see below for what to do.
What’s wrong
The recalled chests are unstable if they are not anchored to the wall, posing a serious tip-over and entrapment hazard that can result in death or injuries to children.
The Recall Registry rates this highest risk — A child can become trapped.
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 any recalled chest that is not properly anchored to the wall and place it into an area that children cannot access. Consumers should contact Linon Home for a full refund or tip-restraint kit. Consumers who are unable or unwilling to install the tip-restraint kit should contact Linon for instructions or additional assistance. The firm is contacting all known purchasers directly.
Who to contact: Linon Home Décor at 800-622-4456 from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.ET Monday through Friday or online at www.linon.com and click on the product recall section at the bottom of the page for more information.
The product
This recall involves Cynthia style 5-drawer dressers. The dressers measure 40.25 inches tall by 17 inches wide by 13.5 inches deep, and were sold in a cream color.
Details
- Units affected
- About 200
- Recall date
- January 11, 2017
- Brand
- Linon Home Décor Products Inc., of Mineola, N.Y.
- Injuries reported
- None reported
Wayfair.com from September 2015 to August 2016 for about $150.
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: “Linon Home Décor Recalls Dressers Due to Tip-Over Hazard; Sold Exclusively at Wayfair.com (Recall Alert)”
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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