American Woodcrafters Recalls to Repair Bunk Beds Due To Fall Hazard
CPSC recall 11329 · announced September 20, 2011 · American Woodcrafters · 180 units affected
The product
This recall involves upper guardrails on twin-over-twin bunk beds and twin-over-double bed loft designs. The beds have a permanent label attached to the headboard or the footboard with the American Woodcrafters logo; SKU numbers, 1800-977 or 1800-969; PO Numbers: 103276, 103432, or 300038; and the manufacturing date.
The hazard
The guard rails on upper bunks can crack and cause the mattress and its support rails to collapse, posing a fall hazard.
What to do (per CPSC)
Consumers should immediately stop using the upper beds and contact American Woodcrafters or their furniture dealer to arrange for the free replacement of upper bunk guard rails. Remedy type: Replace
Notes
Incidents (per CPSC): The firm has received two reports of cracked guard rails causing the mattresses and support rails to collapse. No injuries were reported.
Sold at: Furniture dealers nationwide from October 2010 to June 2011 for between $600 and $1,000.
Consumer contact: For additional information, contact American Woodcrafters at toll-free at (888) 429-7265 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET, or visit the firm's website at www.american-woodcrafters.com
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission public recall data. This page reports official records and is not legal, medical, or repair advice.