CPSC recall · Reported September 28, 2004
CPSC, Sauder Woodworking Co. Announce Recall of TV/VCR Carts Firms agree to stop importation until hazard is eliminated
The carts can tip over and the television can fall off, posing a risk of serious injury or death if the TV and cart fall on a child.
Sauder Woodworking Co., of Archbold, Ohio recalled The recalled TV/VCR carts are white, light brown and light reddish brown; have decorative….
CPSC, Sauder Woodworking Co. Announce Recall of TV/VCR Carts Firms agree to stop importat… was recalled by Sauder Woodworking Co., of Archbold, Ohio in September 28, 2004. Reason: The carts can tip over and the television can fall off, posing a risk of serious injury or death if the TV an…. Remedy: Consumers should stop using the TV/VCR carts immediately and do the following: Remove the…. Verify recall #04224 with the CPSC before acting.
The recall
Sauder Woodworking Co., of Archbold, Ohio issued this CPSC recall-The carts can tip over and the television can fall off, posing a risk of serious injury or death if the TV an….
- None
- agency class
- 300K units
- affected scope
- September 28, 2004
- reported
Sourced from official CPSC enforcement records. Verify recall #04224 with the agency before acting. Full product description, hazard, remedy, and related recalls are below.
Recall Insight
This recall's affected scope (see the Recall Profile below) is large enough to require multi-state distribution tracking. 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 recalled TV/VCR carts are white, light brown and light reddish brown; have decorative hardware and trim; and are about 29 inches wide, 17 inches deep, and 25 inches high. The carts are equipped with a top shelf for a television 20 inches or smaller and a middle shelf for a VCR and a lower storage area. The recalled carts include models 3355, 6355, 7755, 9855 and 9755, which can be found on the instruction book that came with the cart.
Reason for recall
The carts can tip over and the television can fall off, posing a risk of serious injury or death if the TV and cart fall on a child.
Remedy, what to do
Consumers should stop using the TV/VCR carts immediately and do the following: Remove the television and all contents. Turn the cart over and remove the four casters from the bottom of the cart. This will bring the tip-stability of the cart into compliance with the latest industry standards. Contact Sauder Woodworking Co. to receive a free retrofit kit and safe use information. When updated, this cart will be suitable for use with TVs weighing 50 pounds or less. This includes most TVs that are 20 inches or smaller.
Recall Profile
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
| Severity class | Not classified by agency |
| Status | Active |
| Recall number | 04224 |
| Date reported | September 28, 2004 |
| Date initiated | September 28, 2004 |
| Recalling firm | Sauder Woodworking Co., of Archbold, Ohio |
| Affected scope | 300,000 |
| 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.
What to do with this recall
Consumers should stop using the TV/VCR carts immediately and do the following: Remove the television and all contents. Turn the c…
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