CPSC recall · Reported June 7, 2017
Madison Mill Recalls Safety Gates Due to Entrapment and Strangulation Hazards
A young child's neck can fit into the "V" shaped opening along the top edge of the gate, posing entrapment and strangulation hazards to young children. Also, young children can pa…
Madison Mill Inc., of Ashland City, Tenn. recalled This recall involves Madison Mill 23 and 25 foldaway expandable safety gates. Item number….
Madison Mill Recalls Safety Gates Due to Entrapment and Strangulation Hazards was recalled by Madison Mill Inc., of Ashland City, Tenn. in June 7, 2017. Reason: A young child's neck can fit into the "V" shaped opening along the top edge of the gate, posing entrapment an…. Remedy: Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled gates and contact Madison Mill for i…. Verify recall #17173 with the CPSC before acting.
The recall
Madison Mill Inc., of Ashland City, Tenn. issued this CPSC recall-A young child's neck can fit into the "V" shaped opening along the top edge of the gate, posing entrapment an….
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- agency class
- June 7, 2017
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Sourced from official CPSC enforcement records. Verify recall #17173 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
This recall involves Madison Mill 23 and 25 foldaway expandable safety gates. Item number 23 extends to three feet and item number 25 extends to five feet. The expandable gates are made of hardwood and are used to secure children or small pets in certain areas of the home. The model and item number can be found on the original packaging. Model Item number Dimensions Madison Mill 23 Foldaway Gate 23 Extends to 3 ft. (36 inches) Madison Mill 25 Foldaway Gate 25 Extends to 5 ft. (60 inches)
Reason for recall
A young child's neck can fit into the "V" shaped opening along the top edge of the gate, posing entrapment and strangulation hazards to young children. Also, young children can pass under the gate allowing access to restricted areas, such as stairs.
Remedy, what to do
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled gates and contact Madison Mill for instructions on receiving a full refund.
Recall Profile
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
| Severity class | Not classified by agency |
| Status | Active |
| Recall number | 17173 |
| Date reported | June 7, 2017 |
| Date initiated | June 7, 2017 |
| Recalling firm | Madison Mill Inc., of Ashland City, Tenn. |
| Affected scope | About 25,180 (In addition about 68,400 were sold in Canada) |
| 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 the recalled gates and contact Madison Mill for instructions on receiving a full refund.
- Check the recall number (17173) 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.
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