Crate and Barrel Recalls Benches Due to Fall Hazard (Recall Alert)

The benches can tip over while in use, posing a fall hazard.

Recall #: 18706
Affected scope: About 6,800 (in addition, 575 units were sold in Canada)

Compiled from official public sources by the publisher. · Updated September 2026

The CPSC recalled This recall involves the Dakota wooden bench. The bench has two legs and was sold in two ….

Crate and Barrel Recalls Benches Due to Fall Hazard (Recall Alert) was recalled and listed by the CPSC in December 14, 2017. Reason: The benches can tip over while in use, posing a fall hazard.. Remedy: Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled benches and contact Crate and Barrel…. Verify recall #18706 with the CPSC before acting.

The recall

issued this CPSC recall-The benches can tip over while in use, posing a fall hazard..

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agency class: December 14, 2017
reported

Sourced from official CPSC enforcement records. Verify recall #18706 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.

Product description

This recall involves the Dakota wooden bench. The bench has two legs and was sold in two sizes: 51 inches wide by 18 inches tall and 71 inches wide and 18 inches tall.

Reason for recall

The benches can tip over while in use, posing a fall hazard.

Remedy, what to do

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled benches and contact Crate and Barrel for a free repair. The firm is notifying all known purchasers directly.

Recall Profile

Structured summary of the CPSC recall record
Attribute	Value
Agency	U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission
Severity class	Not classified by agency
Status	Active
Recall number	18706
Date reported	December 14, 2017
Date initiated	December 14, 2017
Recalling firm	Not disclosed
Affected scope	About 6,800 (in addition, 575 units 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 benches and contact Crate and Barrel for a free repair. The firm is notifyin…

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Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled? ▼

This recall involves the Dakota wooden bench. The bench has two legs and was sold in two sizes: 51 inches wide by 18 inches tall and 71 inches wide and 18 inches tall.. Units affected: About 6,800 (in addition, 575 units were sold in Canada).

Why was this product recalled? ▼

The benches can tip over while in use, posing a fall hazard.

What should consumers do? ▼

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled benches and contact Crate and Barrel for a free repair. The firm is notifying all known purchasers directly.

Which agency issued this recall? ▼

This recall was issued by the CPSC on December 14, 2017. CPSC does not publish a hazard classification for this recall. Recall number: 18706.

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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