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CPSC recall · Reported February 27, 2014

Rowe Fine Furniture Recalls Ottomans Due to Risk of Suffocation (Recall Alert)

Young children can become entrapped inside the storage compartment of the ottoman, posing a risk of suffocation.

Recall #
14718
Affected scope
About 220
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Rowe Fine Furniture Inc., of Elliston, Va. recalled This recall involves Dalton-style ottomans with storage compartments. The wooden ottoman … — a moderate-severity action.

Rowe Fine Furniture Recalls Ottomans Due to Risk of Suffocation (Recall Alert) was recalled by Rowe Fine Furniture Inc., of Elliston, Va. in February 27, 2014. Reason: Young children can become entrapped inside the storage compartment of the ottoman, posing a risk of suffocati…. Remedy: Consumers should contact Rowe Fine Furniture for a free replacement lid and warning label…. Verify recall #14718 with the CPSC before acting.

The recall

Rowe Fine Furniture Inc., of Elliston, Va. issued this moderate-severity CPSC recall — Young children can become entrapped inside the storage compartment of the ottoman, posing a risk of suffocati….

Moderate
severity level
February 27, 2014
reported

Sourced from official CPSC enforcement records. Verify recall #14718 with the agency before acting. Full product description, hazard, remedy, and related recalls are below.

Recall Insight

This CPSC action (record #14718) was formally reported on February 27, 2014. It is classified under Moderate severity, with a current status of Active. Rowe Fine Furniture Inc., of Elliston, Va. is listed as the recalling firm. Federal records list the affected scope as About 220.

The documented reason for this recall is: Young children can become entrapped inside the storage compartment of the ottoman, posing a risk of suffocation. 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 contact Rowe Fine Furniture for a free replacement lid and warning label. The replacement lid has a handle and vent for increased ventilation. — 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 — 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.

Children & Baby Products recalls over time

Where this recall sits in its category — 3,146 children & baby products recalls on record

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Where this recall sits in the database

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Where this recall sits in the database

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Severity

Moderate

Affected scope

About 220

Related Recalls

6

0 from same agency

Product description

This recall involves Dalton-style ottomans with storage compartments. The wooden ottoman measures 35 inches long, 25 inches deep and 13 inches high. The storage compartment has a cushioned top lid supported by two hinges and two lid support arms. Model number F135-064 is printed on a tag stapled to the underside of the storage ottoman.

Reason for recall

Young children can become entrapped inside the storage compartment of the ottoman, posing a risk of suffocation.

Remedy — what to do

Consumers should contact Rowe Fine Furniture for a free replacement lid and warning label. The replacement lid has a handle and vent for increased ventilation.

Recall Profile

Structured summary of the CPSC recall record
Attribute Value
Agency U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission
Severity class Moderate
Status Active
Recall number 14718
Date reported February 27, 2014
Date initiated February 27, 2014
Recalling firm Rowe Fine Furniture Inc., of Elliston, Va.
Affected scope About 220
Distribution Not disclosed
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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 Rowe Fine Furniture for a free replacement lid and warning label. The replacement lid has a handle and v…

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  • Follow the documented remedy (refund, replacement, repair, or disposal) rather than general advice. What to do next

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Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled?
This recall involves Dalton-style ottomans with storage compartments. The wooden ottoman measures 35 inches long, 25 inches deep and 13 inches high. The storage compartment has a cushioned top lid supported by two hinges and two lid support arms. Model number F135-064 is printed on a tag stapled to the underside of the storage ottoman.. Recalled by Rowe Fine Furniture Inc., of Elliston, Va.. Units affected: About 220.
Why was this product recalled?
Young children can become entrapped inside the storage compartment of the ottoman, posing a risk of suffocation.
What should consumers do?
Consumers should contact Rowe Fine Furniture for a free replacement lid and warning label. The replacement lid has a handle and vent for increased ventilation.
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the CPSC on February 27, 2014. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: 14718.
How do I check if my product is affected by a recall?
Check the product description and recall number (14718) 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.

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Data Sources

Source: FDA, CPSC, and NHTSA federal recall databases. This recall: CPSC, reported February 27, 2014.

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  • Source: NHTSA — National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Recalls API (vehicle safety recalls)

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