CPSC recall · Reported November 21, 2003
CPSC, Merit Furniture Distributors Announce Recall of Bunk Beds
The bunk beds have openings between the guardrails and in the end structures that are too large. A child's body could slide between the openings and could become trapped by the he…
The CPSC recalled The "twin over twin" bunk beds involve model #DLM550, #DLM160, and #860. The wooden recal….
CPSC, Merit Furniture Distributors Announce Recall of Bunk Beds was recalled and listed by the CPSC in November 21, 2003. Reason: The bunk beds have openings between the guardrails and in the end structures that are too large. A child's bo…. Remedy: Consumers should contact Merit for information on how to return their bunk bed and receiv…. Verify recall #04034 with the CPSC before acting.
The recall
issued this CPSC recall-The bunk beds have openings between the guardrails and in the end structures that are too large. A child's bo….
- None
- agency class
- 524 units
- affected scope
- November 21, 2003
- reported
Sourced from official CPSC enforcement records. Verify recall #04034 with the agency before acting. Full product description, hazard, remedy, and related recalls are below.
Recall Insight
This recall's affected scope, documented in the Recall Profile below, stays within a single-region or limited-distribution footprint. Distribution information was not included in the agency filing, so consumers should assume broad potential exposure until the firm publishes point-of-sale details. Consumers holding this product should act on the agency's documented remedy above rather than relying on general guidance.
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Product description
The "twin over twin" bunk beds involve model #DLM550, #DLM160, and #860. The wooden recalled bunk beds are labeled with the "Merit" name and specific model numbers on the top front railing system of the bunk beds.
Reason for recall
The bunk beds have openings between the guardrails and in the end structures that are too large. A child's body could slide between the openings and could become trapped by the head, posing a serious strangulation hazard.
Remedy, what to do
Consumers should contact Merit for information on how to return their bunk bed and receive a full refund.
Recall Profile
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
| Severity class | Not classified by agency |
| Status | Active |
| Recall number | 04034 |
| Date reported | November 21, 2003 |
| Date initiated | November 21, 2003 |
| Recalling firm | Not disclosed |
| Affected scope | 524 |
| Distribution | Not disclosed |
| Official source | CPSC notice → |
Profile values are sourced directly from the official CPSC enforcement record. Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission.
What to do with this recall
Consumers should contact Merit for information on how to return their bunk bed and receive a full refund.
- Check the recall number (04034) and product description against the item you own. Search the archive
- Confirm the current status and remedy on the official CPSC notice before acting. CPSC notice
- Follow the documented remedy (refund, replacement, repair, or disposal) rather than general advice. What to do next
This page summarizes the official CPSC record for research and awareness; it is not legal, medical, or safety advice. Verify with the issuing agency before acting.
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