CPSC, Coaster Co. of America Announce Recall of Bunk Beds
CPSC recall 04135 · announced May 13, 2004 · Coaster Co. Of America, Santa Fe Springs, Calif · 22,000 units affected
The product
The recall involves model 2008, 2056, 2256 and 2258 bunk beds. The metal bunk beds were sold in twin/twin and twin/full sizes. A Coaster Company of America label can be found on the bed frame of the top bunk. The enamel finishes come in blue, black, red, yellow, or white.
The hazard
A gap between the step of the built-in ladder and the top bunk allows enough room for a child's body to slip through but will not allow for a child's head to pass through. This poses a serious strangulation risk. Federal standards for bunk beds are designed to protect children against entrapment and strangulation.
What to do (per CPSC)
Consumers should stop using the bunk beds immediately and call Coaster of America for a free repair kit.
Notes
Incidents (per CPSC): None reported.
Sold at: Furniture stores nationwide sold the bunk beds, from June 2000 through February 2004, for between $150 and $250.
Consumer contact: For more information, consumers should call Coaster toll-free at (800) 282-9362 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. PT Monday through Friday or visit the firm's website at www.coastercompany.com
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission public recall data. This page reports official records and is not legal, medical, or repair advice.