CPSC, Home Line Industries Announce Recall of Bunk Beds
CPSC recall 03198 · announced September 25, 2003 · Home Line Industries · 3,600 units affected
The product
The recalled Home Line bunk beds include the following models and styles: S130 (black), S131 (white), S132 (red), and S133 (blue) have a single top mattress and a double width bottom mattress; S135 (black) and S136 (white) that have a single top and a single bottom mattress; and S116 (black) and S117 (white) that have a single top mattress and a bottom mattress that also converts into a couch. Some units are labeled with the "Home Line" name and the model numbers on the top front railing.
The hazard
These bunk beds have openings between the guardrails and between guardrails and the end structures that are too large. A child's body could slide between the opening and become trapped by the child's head. This poses a strangulation hazard to children.
What to do (per CPSC)
Firm no longer in business. Recall remedy no longer available. Discard the product. Do not donate or resell.
Notes
Incidents (per CPSC): None reported.
Sold at: Furniture stores nationwide, from September 2002 through May 2003, for about $190.
Consumer contact: The firm is out of business. Consumers should call the CPSC hotline at 800-638-2772 (TTY 301-595-7054).
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission public recall data. This page reports official records and is not legal, medical, or repair advice.