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CPSC, Southern Wood Products Announce Recall of Children's Toy Box

Reported: May 31, 2002 Initiated: May 31, 2002 #02543

Product Description

The toy boxes were sold in the following colors: oak, white, cherry, and natural. The recalled toy boxes, that measure 24 inches by 16 inches by 35 inches, have manufacture date codes of 8502-021502A and 8502-030702A on a sticker located on the back or bottom of unit. The sticker also has the company's name and address. The toy box was manufactured in the USA.

Reason for Recall

The middle lid support hinge can collapse suddenly and cause an injury to a child's head, neck, fingers, or hands; or can become an entrapment hazard to young children.

Remedy

Consumers who purchased the toy box should stop using the toy box immediately and contact Southern Wood Products to receive a free replacement hinge. Purchasers were sent direct mail notification of this recall.

Details

Units Affected
About 600
Official Source
https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2002/CPSC-Southern-Wood-Products-Announce-Recall-of-Childrens-Toy-Box

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled? ▼
The toy boxes were sold in the following colors: oak, white, cherry, and natural. The recalled toy boxes, that measure 24 inches by 16 inches by 35 inches, have manufacture date codes of 8502-021502A and 8502-030702A on a sticker located on the back or bottom of unit. The sticker also has the company's name and address. The toy box was manufactured in the USA.. Recalled by Southern Wood Products, of Sparta, Tenn.. Units affected: About 600.
Why was this product recalled? ▼
The middle lid support hinge can collapse suddenly and cause an injury to a child's head, neck, fingers, or hands; or can become an entrapment hazard to young children.
What should consumers do? ▼
Consumers who purchased the toy box should stop using the toy box immediately and contact Southern Wood Products to receive a free replacement hinge. Purchasers were sent direct mail notification of this recall.
Which agency issued this recall? ▼
This recall was issued by the CPSC on May 31, 2002. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: 02543.

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