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RecalledCPSC · September 20, 2011 Dressers, furniture & tip-over

American Woodcrafters Recalls to Repair Bunk Beds Due To Fall Hazard

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What's being recalled

Wood Twin Bunk Beds and Loft Bunk Beds

Units: About 180

This recall involves upper guardrails on twin-over-twin bunk beds and twin-over-double bed loft designs. The beds have a permanent label attached to the headboard or the footboard with the American Woodcrafters logo; SKU numbers, 1800-977 or 1800-969; PO Numbers: 103276, 103432, or 300038; and the manufacturing date.

The problem, in CPSC's words

The guard rails on upper bunks can crack and cause the mattress and its support rails to collapse, posing a fall hazard.

Incidents and injuries reported to CPSC

The firm has received two reports of cracked guard rails causing the mattresses and support rails to collapse. No injuries were reported.

What CPSC says to do

Replace

Consumers should immediately stop using the upper beds and contact American Woodcrafters or their furniture dealer to arrange for the free replacement of upper bunk guard rails.

How to contact the company

For additional information, contact American Woodcrafters at toll-free at (888) 429-7265 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET, or visit the firm's website at www.american-woodcrafters.com

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Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission recall notice 11329, cpsc.gov. Text in quotes is from CPSC. Photos: CPSC.