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CPSC, Crate & Barrel Announce Recall to Repair Media Carts

Reported: August 7, 2002 Initiated: August 7, 2002 #02221

Product Description

The recalled media carts have the model name "Elements Media Carts." They have an ash wood veneer with a dark brown stain and measure 31.75" x 19" x 23.5". The media carts contain a VCR shelf and a second compartment shelf for CD's. These media carts were manufactured in Denmark.

Reason for Recall

The media cart has metal and plastic casters that can break, causing a television or other objects on the cart to fall and injure consumers nearby.

Remedy

Consumers should stop using the recalled media carts immediately and call Crate & Barrel or contact the store from which the cart was purchased, to receive new casters, free of charge.

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled?
The recalled media carts have the model name "Elements Media Carts." They have an ash wood veneer with a dark brown stain and measure 31.75" x 19" x 23.5". The media carts contain a VCR shelf and a second compartment shelf for CD's. These media carts were manufactured in Denmark.. Units affected: About 5,000.
Why was this product recalled?
The media cart has metal and plastic casters that can break, causing a television or other objects on the cart to fall and injure consumers nearby.
What should consumers do?
Consumers should stop using the recalled media carts immediately and call Crate & Barrel or contact the store from which the cart was purchased, to receive new casters, free of charge.
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the CPSC on August 7, 2002. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: 02221.