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Ridgewood Four-Drawer Dressers Due to Tip-Over and Entrapment Hazards
The notice says to stop using it — see below for what to do.
What’s wrong
The recalled dressers are unstable and can tip over if not anchored to the wall, posing serious tip-over and entrapment hazards that can result in death or injuries to children. Additionally, those models of dressers over 30 inches tall do not comply with the performance requirements of the U.S. voluntary industry standard (ASTM F2057-14).
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 dresser that is not properly anchored to a wall and place them in an area that children cannot access. Contact Ridgewood to receive a free anchoring kit, including a wall anchor strap. Consumers can request a one-time, free in-home installation of the wall anchor strap.
Who to contact: Ridgewood toll-free at 888-222-7460 Monday through Friday 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. CT, or visit www.ameriwood.com and click on “Support” for more information.
The product
This recall includes Belmont four-drawer dressers with plastic drawer glides. The recalled dressers were sold in two sizes and four colors, each with its own model number, which can be found on the instruction manual that came with each. Model Number Dimensions Color 5933015K 29-3/4"H x 27-5/8"W x 15-5/8"D White 5933026K 29-3/4"H x 27-5/8"W x 15-5/8"D Black 5933080K 29-3/4"H x 27-5/8"W x 15-5/8"D Light Pine 5933102K 29-3/4"H x 27-5/8"W x 15-5/8"D Brown Oak 634026KPM 32-1/4"H x 27-5/8"W x 15-5/8"D Black 634102KPM 32-1/4"H x 27-5/8"W x 15-5/8"D Brown Oak 63415KPM 32-1/4"H x 27-5/8"W x 15-5/8"D White 63480KPM 32-1/4"H x 27-5/8"W x 15-5/8"D Light Pine
Details
- Units affected
- About 1 million
- Recall date
- October 3, 2019
- Brand
- Ridgewood Industries Inc., of Canada
- Injuries reported
- None reported
Kmart stores nationwide from April 2013 to November 2018 for about $40.
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: “Ridgewood Recalls Four-Drawer Dressers Due to Tip-Over and Entrapment Hazards; Sold Exclusively at Kmart”
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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