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Madison Mill Recalls Safety Gates Due to Entrapment and Strangulation Hazards

Reported: June 7, 2017 Initiated: June 7, 2017 #17173

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

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled gates and contact Madison Mill for instructions on receiving a full refund.

Details

Units Affected
About 25,180 (In addition about 68,400 were sold in Canada)

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled?
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). Recalled by Madison Mill Inc., of Ashland City, Tenn.. Units affected: About 25,180 (In addition about 68,400 were sold in Canada).
Why was this product recalled?
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.
What should consumers do?
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled gates and contact Madison Mill for instructions on receiving a full refund.
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the CPSC on June 7, 2017. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: 17173.