Hooker Furniture Recalls Bunk Beds Due to Strangulation Hazard
CPSC recall 08131 · announced December 13, 2007 · Hooker Furniture · 1,300 units affected
The product
The recalled bunk beds come in twin-over-twin, twin-over-full and loft beds with the following model names: "Albany Park," "Swedish Accents," "Mariner's Landing," and "Chelsea's Place". The bunk beds come in cherry, white, and black finishes. Some of the bunk beds are also made of metal.
The hazard
The bunk beds have gaps between parts of the upper bunk that could allow a child's body to pass through but not a child's head. This poses an entrapment or strangulation hazard to children and exceeds the space allowed by the federal bunk bed safety standard.
What to do (per CPSC)
Consumers should not allow children to use the recalled bunk beds and contact the retailer where purchased to schedule a free in-home repair.
Notes
Incidents (per CPSC): None reported.
Sold at: Hooker Furniture retailers nationwide from August 2005 through August 2007 for about $1,000.
Consumer contact: For additional information, contact Hooker Furniture toll-free at (877) 705-8408 between 8 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's Web site at www.hookerfurniture.com
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission public recall data. This page reports official records and is not legal, medical, or repair advice.