Crate and Barrel Recalls Danish Tall Bookcases Due to Risk of Collapse; Injury Hazard to Consumers

The bookcase can collapse when fully loaded, posing an injury hazard.

Recall #: 21009
Affected scope: About 2,100

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

The CPSC recalled This recall involves Crate and Barrel Danish White and Natural Tall Bookcases (SKU 325982….

Crate and Barrel Recalls Danish Tall Bookcases Due to Risk of Collapse; Injury Hazard to … was recalled and listed by the CPSC in October 21, 2020. Reason: The bookcase can collapse when fully loaded, posing an injury hazard.. Remedy: Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled bookcase and contact Crate and Barre…. Verify recall #21009 with the CPSC before acting.

The recall

issued this CPSC recall-The bookcase can collapse when fully loaded, posing an injury hazard..

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agency class: October 21, 2020
reported

Sourced from official CPSC enforcement records. Verify recall #21009 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 Crate and Barrel Danish White and Natural Tall Bookcases (SKU 325982) and Danish Walnut and White Tall Bookcases (SKU 325943). The bookcases have four shelves and measure 60 inches tall by 32 inches wide. The bookcase has a two-tone white and wood finish. There is a label underneath the bottom shelf with Crate and Barrel, the SKU number and the name of the product.

Reason for recall

The bookcase can collapse when fully loaded, posing an injury hazard.

Remedy, what to do

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled bookcase and contact Crate and Barrel to receive a full refund.

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	21009
Date reported	October 21, 2020
Date initiated	October 21, 2020
Recalling firm	Not disclosed
Affected scope	About 2,100
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 bookcase and contact Crate and Barrel to receive a full refund.

Check the recall number (21009) 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled? ▼

Why was this product recalled? ▼

The bookcase can collapse when fully loaded, posing an injury hazard.

What should consumers do? ▼

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled bookcase and contact Crate and Barrel to receive a full refund.

Which agency issued this recall? ▼

This recall was issued by the CPSC on October 21, 2020. CPSC does not publish a hazard classification for this recall. Recall number: 21009.

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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