Severity
Moderate
ModerateActive
CPSC recall · Reported April 13, 2004
CPSC, Ethan Allen Announce Recall of Bunk Beds
A metal "j" hook on the guardrails can become dislodged, allowing the guardrail to slide or move out of position. This can allow the guardrail to detach from the bunk bed or allow…
Compiled from official public sources by the editorial team.
Verify with CPSC →
Ethan Allen, of Danbury, Conn. recalled The top bunk guardrails on Ethan Allen Ryan and P.J. Bunk Beds have item numbers 35-5659-… - a moderate-severity action.
CPSC, Ethan Allen Announce Recall of Bunk Beds was recalled by Ethan Allen, of Danbury, Conn. in April 13, 2004. Reason: A metal "j" hook on the guardrails can become dislodged, allowing the guardrail to slide or move out of posit…. Remedy: Consumers should stop using the top bunk if a "j" hook has become dislodged. Ethan Allen …. Verify recall #04546 with the CPSC before acting.
The recall
Ethan Allen, of Danbury, Conn. issued this moderate-severity CPSC recall-A metal "j" hook on the guardrails can become dislodged, allowing the guardrail to slide or move out of posit….
- Moderate
- severity level
- April 13, 2004
- reported
Sourced from official CPSC enforcement records. Verify recall #04546 with the agency before acting. Full product description, hazard, remedy, and related recalls are below.
Recall Insight
This CPSC action (record #04546) was formally reported on April 13, 2004. It is classified under Moderate severity, with a current status of Active. Ethan Allen, of Danbury, Conn. is listed as the recalling firm. Federal records list the affected scope as About 2,000.
The documented reason for this recall is: A metal "j" hook on the guardrails can become dislodged, allowing the guardrail to slide or move out of position. This can allow the guardrail to detach from the bunk bed or allow the occupant to roll off the top bunk. Distribution information was not included in the agency filing, so consumers should assume broad potential exposure until the firm publishes point-of-sale details. The remedy documented by the agency is: Consumers should stop using the top bunk if a "j" hook has become dislodged. Ethan Allen is directly notifying consumers who purchased these bunk beds about the recall and is providing free repair ki… - consumers holding this product should act on that instruction rather than relying on general guidance.
Within the same product category the archive holds 6 closely related recalls, 3 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.
Medical Devices recalls over time
Where this recall sits in its category - 40,322 medical devices recalls on record
Of 101,704 recalls in the database, 24,878 are high severity, 72,426 moderate, and 4,400 low. This recall is classified moderate severity.
Counts reflect market size and reporting activity, not inherent danger, we do not rank products by risk from raw recall volume.
Affected scope
About 2,000
Related Recalls
6
3 from same agency
Product description
The top bunk guardrails on Ethan Allen Ryan and P.J. Bunk Beds have item numbers 35-5659-4, 36-5659-3 or 36-5659-4. Item numbers can be found on the inside of the bottom bunk headboard or footboard. The "j" hooks were incorporated into the guardrails of bunk beds as a locking/unlocking device. When unlocked and out of position, the guardrail can be removed for easy access to change bed linen.
Reason for recall
A metal "j" hook on the guardrails can become dislodged, allowing the guardrail to slide or move out of position. This can allow the guardrail to detach from the bunk bed or allow the occupant to roll off the top bunk.
Remedy, what to do
Consumers should stop using the top bunk if a "j" hook has become dislodged. Ethan Allen is directly notifying consumers who purchased these bunk beds about the recall and is providing free repair kits. Guardrails will be shipped to consumers with these recalled bunk beds on or about May 20, 2004.
Recall Profile
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
| Severity class | Moderate |
| Status | Active |
| Recall number | 04546 |
| Date reported | April 13, 2004 |
| Date initiated | April 13, 2004 |
| Recalling firm | Ethan Allen, of Danbury, Conn. |
| Affected scope | About 2,000 |
| 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 top bunk if a "j" hook has become dislodged. Ethan Allen is directly notifying consumers who purc…
- Check the recall number (04546) 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 top bunk guardrails on Ethan Allen Ryan and P.J. Bunk Beds have item numbers 35-5659-4, 36-5659-3 or 36-5659-4. Item numbers can be found on the inside of the bottom bunk headboard or footboard. The "j" hooks were incorporated into the guardrails of bunk beds as a locking/unlocking device. When unlocked and out of position, the guardrail can be removed for easy access to change bed linen.. Recalled by Ethan Allen, of Danbury, Conn.. Units affected: About 2,000.
Why was this product recalled? ▼
A metal "j" hook on the guardrails can become dislodged, allowing the guardrail to slide or move out of position. This can allow the guardrail to detach from the bunk bed or allow the occupant to roll off the top bunk.
What should consumers do? ▼
Consumers should stop using the top bunk if a "j" hook has become dislodged. Ethan Allen is directly notifying consumers who purchased these bunk beds about the recall and is providing free repair kits. Guardrails will be shipped to consumers with these recalled bunk beds on or about May 20, 2004.
Which agency issued this recall? ▼
This recall was issued by the CPSC on April 13, 2004. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: 04546.
How do I check if my product is affected by a recall? ▼
Check the product description and recall number (04546) against your product. Visit the official CPSC website for the most current information. You can also use our Recall Checker tool to search by product name or brand.
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.
Nearby Recalls in This Category
Other recalls in the same product category, useful for spotting patterns across the same defect class or manufacturer.
CPSC Moderate
Rowenta Recalls Cordless Vacuum Cleaners Due to Risk of Serious Injury from Fire and Burn Hazards
· 2026-07-02
CPSC Moderate
Daikin Comfort Technologies Manufacturing Recalls Amana Air Conditioners and Heat Pumps Due to Risk of Serious Injury f…
· 2026-06-25
CPSC Moderate
Arizer Solo III Portable Vaporizers Recalled Due to Fire and Burn Hazards; Risk of Serious Injury or Death; Imported by…
· 2026-06-18
FDA Devices Moderate
GE HealthCare TRADE IN CARESCAPE TELEMETRY SERVER ARK-2250L - NORTH AMERICA, REF #5697603-902, Product Code KSA; used i…
GE Medical Systems Information Technologies Inc · 2026-06-03
FDA Devices Critical
Medline kits containing Huons Co. Bupivacaine HCL in Dextrose Injection, USP, labeled as: 1) BLOCK TRAY, Medline Kit…
Medline Industries, LP · 2026-06-03
Compare this recall with Rowenta Recalls Cordless Vacuum Cleaners Due to Risk of Ser… →
Every figure on PlainRecalls is rendered directly from official FDA, CPSC and NHTSA recall records, no number is typed in by an editor. This recall: CPSC, reported April 13, 2004. Severity classes follow each agency's own taxonomy (FDA Class I/II/III; CPSC and NHTSA by hazard type), and related-recall context is computed across the full archive. See our editorial standards & corrections policy, the methodology behind these numbers, or report a data error. Data current as of July 2026.