CPSC, Merit Furniture Distributors Announce Recall of Bunk Beds
CPSC recall 04034 · announced November 21, 2003 · Merit Furniture Distributors, Inc., Brooklyn, Ny · 524 units affected
The product
The "twin over twin" bunk beds involve model #DLM550, #DLM160, and #860. The wooden recalled bunk beds are labeled with the "Merit" name and specific model numbers on the top front railing system of the bunk beds.
The hazard
The bunk beds have openings between the guardrails and in the end structures that are too large. A child's body could slide between the openings and could become trapped by the head, posing a serious strangulation hazard.
What to do (per CPSC)
Consumers should contact Merit for information on how to return their bunk bed and receive a full refund.
Notes
Incidents (per CPSC): Merit has not received any reports of incidents. This recall is being conducted to prevent the possibility of injuries.
Sold at: Furniture stores nationwide sold the bunk beds, from May 2002 through August 2003, for about $150.
Consumer contact: Call Merit at (800) 233-7178 between 8 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. PT Monday through Friday.
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission public recall data. This page reports official records and is not legal, medical, or repair advice.