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Longwood Forest Recalls Angel Line Bunk Beds with Angled Ladders Due to Serious Entrapment and Strangulation Hazards; 2-Year-Old Child's Death Reported

Reported: December 22, 2021 Initiated: December 22, 2021 #22036

Product Description

Three models of Angel Line Bunk Beds are included in this recall: Model Name Model Numbers Fremont Twin over Twin Bunk Bed 71210-21, 71210-49 and 71210-67 Creston Twin over twin Bunk Bed 71230-21, 71230-49 and 71230-75 Brandon Twin over Full Bunk Bed 71420-21 and 71420-75 The model number is printed on a label on the headboard/footboard of the upper bunk.

Reason for Recall

The metal hook fastening the ladder to the top bunk bed frame can move away or detach from the bed frame when the ladder is lifted, causing the gap between the ladder step and bed frame to open wider than 3.5 inches, posing serious entrapment and strangulation hazards.

Remedy

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled bunk beds, block children's access to the bunk beds and contact Angel Line to receive a free repair kit with reinforcement brackets for the ladder. Consumers who paid for the bunk beds to be assembled when purchased will receive reimbursement for help with installing the repair kit if needed.

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled?
Three models of Angel Line Bunk Beds are included in this recall: Model Name Model Numbers Fremont Twin over Twin Bunk Bed 71210-21, 71210-49 and 71210-67 Creston Twin over twin Bunk Bed 71230-21, 71230-49 and 71230-75 Brandon Twin over Full Bunk Bed 71420-21 and 71420-75 The model number is printed on a label on the headboard/footboard of the upper bunk.. Units affected: About 39,900.
Why was this product recalled?
The metal hook fastening the ladder to the top bunk bed frame can move away or detach from the bed frame when the ladder is lifted, causing the gap between the ladder step and bed frame to open wider than 3.5 inches, posing serious entrapment and strangulation hazards.
What should consumers do?
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled bunk beds, block children's access to the bunk beds and contact Angel Line to receive a free repair kit with reinforcement brackets for the ladder. Consumers who paid for the bunk beds to be assembled when purchased will receive reimbursement for help with installing the repair kit if needed.
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the CPSC on December 22, 2021. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: 22036.