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CPSC recall · Reported May 13, 2004

CPSC, Coaster Co. of America Announce Recall of Bunk Beds

A gap between the step of the built-in ladder and the top bunk allows enough room for a child's body to slip through but will not allow for a child's head to pass through. This po…

Recall #
04135
Affected scope
22,000
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Coaster Co. of America, Santa Fe Springs, Calif. recalled The recall involves model 2008, 2056, 2256 and 2258 bunk beds. The metal bunk beds were s….

CPSC, Coaster Co. of America Announce Recall of Bunk Beds was recalled by Coaster Co. of America, Santa Fe Springs, Calif. in May 13, 2004. Reason: A gap between the step of the built-in ladder and the top bunk allows enough room for a child's body to slip …. Remedy: Consumers should stop using the bunk beds immediately and call Coaster of America for a f…. Verify recall #04135 with the CPSC before acting.

The recall

Coaster Co. of America, Santa Fe Springs, Calif. issued this CPSC recall-A gap between the step of the built-in ladder and the top bunk allows enough room for a child's body to slip ….

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22K units
affected scope
May 13, 2004
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Sourced from official CPSC enforcement records. Verify recall #04135 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.

Within the same product category the archive holds 6 closely related recalls, 5 from CPSC - clustering in a narrow category often points to a systemic quality-control or supplier issue rather than a one-off defect. Always verify the recall number against the official agency record before acting.

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Product description

The recall involves model 2008, 2056, 2256 and 2258 bunk beds. The metal bunk beds were sold in twin/twin and twin/full sizes. A Coaster Company of America label can be found on the bed frame of the top bunk. The enamel finishes come in blue, black, red, yellow, or white.

Reason for recall

A gap between the step of the built-in ladder and the top bunk allows enough room for a child's body to slip through but will not allow for a child's head to pass through. This poses a serious strangulation risk. Federal standards for bunk beds are designed to protect children against entrapment and strangulation.

Remedy, what to do

Consumers should stop using the bunk beds immediately and call Coaster of America for a free repair kit.

Recall Profile

Structured summary of the CPSC recall record
Attribute Value
Agency U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission
Severity class Not classified by agency
Status Active
Recall number 04135
Date reported May 13, 2004
Date initiated May 13, 2004
Recalling firm Coaster Co. of America, Santa Fe Springs, Calif.
Affected scope 22,000
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.

Scale of Impact

22,000 units affected - limited or regional distribution scale.

Regional (<10K units) -
Multi-state (10K – 100K units) ✓ This recall
Large-scale (100K – 1M units) -
Massive (≥1M units) -

Bracket cutoffs follow federal recall-disclosure conventions; bar widths scale linearly within each bracket. Source: PlainRecalls analysis of U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission filings.

What to do with this recall

Consumers should stop using the bunk beds immediately and call Coaster of America for a free repair kit.

  • Check the recall number (04135) 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled?
The recall involves model 2008, 2056, 2256 and 2258 bunk beds. The metal bunk beds were sold in twin/twin and twin/full sizes. A Coaster Company of America label can be found on the bed frame of the top bunk. The enamel finishes come in blue, black, red, yellow, or white.. Recalled by Coaster Co. of America, Santa Fe Springs, Calif.. Units affected: 22,000.
Why was this product recalled?
A gap between the step of the built-in ladder and the top bunk allows enough room for a child's body to slip through but will not allow for a child's head to pass through. This poses a serious strangulation risk. Federal standards for bunk beds are designed to protect children against entrapment and strangulation.
What should consumers do?
Consumers should stop using the bunk beds immediately and call Coaster of America for a free repair kit.
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the CPSC on May 13, 2004. CPSC does not publish a hazard classification for this recall. Recall number: 04135.
How do I report an injury from a recalled product?
Report injuries to the issuing agency: CPSC at SaferProducts.gov, NHTSA at nhtsa.gov/report-a-safety-problem, or FDA via MedWatch. Document the product (photos, model/serial numbers, purchase receipts) and seek medical attention. Injury reports help agencies track hazard patterns and may strengthen enforcement actions.

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