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TJX Bookcases 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 bookcases are unstable and can tip over if not anchored to the wall, posing tip-over and entrapment hazards 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 the recalled bookcases and contact TJX for either a full refund or a refund in the form of store gift card and for instructions on how to receive a free pick-up of the bookcase. TJX is contacting known purchasers directly.
Who to contact: HomeGoods toll-free at 888-520-1892 from 7 a.m. to 6 p.m. CT Monday through Friday or online at https://www.recallrtr.com/bookcases or www.homegoods.com and click on "Product Recalls" at the top of the page for more information.
The product
This recall involves all Aderes bookcases. The bell-shaped bookcases have a natural finish, measure 44" x 18" x 86" and have two glass cabinet doors and six drawers. The bookcase sits on top of four legs that are affixed to two boards that are screwed into the bottom of the bookcase with eight screws on each side. The bookcases were sold with a furniture tip restraint kit. The bookcase was sold as a display cabinet and one of the following style numbers is printed on a hangtag attached to the product: 081774, 098627, and 094831.
Details
- Units affected
- About 73
- Recall date
- February 23, 2023
- Brand
- Furniture Source International, of College Station, Texas
- Made or distributed by
- The TJX Companies, Inc., of Framingham, Mass.
- Injuries reported
- None reported
- What has been reported
- TJX has received two reports of bookcases that were unstable and began to tip forward. No injuries have been reported.
HomeGoods and HomeGoods/Marshalls or T.J. Maxx combination stores nationwide from October 2021 through March 2022 for about $800.
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: “TJX Recalls Bookcases Due to Tip-Over and Entrapment Hazards; Imported by Furniture Source International; Sold at HomeGoods”
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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