CPSC recall · Reported August 16, 2016
Sauder Woodworking Recalls Chest of Drawers Due to Serious Tip-Over Hazard; Sold Exclusively at Walmart.com (Recall Alert)
The recalled chests are unstable unless they are properly anchored to the wall, posing a serious tip-over and entrapment hazard that could result in death or serious injuries to c…
Sauder Woodworking Co., of Archbold, Ohio recalled This recall involves four-drawer wooden chests sold under the Storybook brand (model 4164….
Sauder Woodworking Recalls Chest of Drawers Due to Serious Tip-Over Hazard; Sold Exclusiv… was recalled by Sauder Woodworking Co., of Archbold, Ohio in August 16, 2016. Reason: The recalled chests are unstable unless they are properly anchored to the wall, posing a serious tip-over and…. Remedy: Consumers should immediately stop using any recalled chests that are not properly anchore…. Verify recall #16767 with the CPSC before acting.
The recall
Sauder Woodworking Co., of Archbold, Ohio issued this CPSC recall-The recalled chests are unstable unless they are properly anchored to the wall, posing a serious tip-over and….
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- agency class
- August 16, 2016
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Sourced from official CPSC enforcement records. Verify recall #16767 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, 6 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
This recall involves four-drawer wooden chests sold under the Storybook brand (model 416407). The white laminated chests have a single white wood pull on each drawer. The chests were manufactured between April 2016 and June 2016. A label with the date code in the MM/YYYY format is located on the back of the unit. The chests measure 42.13 inches high by 29.25 inches wide and 16.25 inches deep. Date code 04/2016 05/2016 06/2016
Reason for recall
The recalled chests are unstable unless they are properly anchored to the wall, posing a serious tip-over and entrapment hazard that could result in death or serious injuries to children. Due to a manufacturing problem, these chests do not comply with the voluntary safety standard (ASTM F2057-14).
Remedy, what to do
Consumers should immediately stop using any recalled chests that are not properly anchored to the wall and place them in an area that children cannot access. Sauder Woodworking is contacting all known purchasers directly and sending free repair kits and wall anchoring kits. If a consumer is unable or unwilling to attach the repair kit, they should contact Sauder Woodworking for a full refund. Consumers who request a refund will be provided instructions by Sauder on how to properly dispose of the chests. CPSC strongly recommends that all dressers be anchored to the wall. For more information on our Anchor It campaign, please visit http://www.anchorit.gov/
Recall Profile
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
| Severity class | Not classified by agency |
| Status | Active |
| Recall number | 16767 |
| Date reported | August 16, 2016 |
| Date initiated | August 16, 2016 |
| Recalling firm | Sauder Woodworking Co., of Archbold, Ohio |
| Affected scope | About 8,000 |
| 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 immediately stop using any recalled chests that are not properly anchored to the wall and place them in an area …
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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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