Prepac Recalls 4-Drawer Chests Due to Tip-Over and Entrapment Hazards. In-Home Remedy May Be Delayed Due to COVID-19 Restrictions; Keep Product Away from Children
U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission recall (2020-05-06). Hazards: tip over, entrapment. Models: BEP-3031-4, 29-3/4. About 21,000 units in the US.
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
|---|---|
| Recall number | 20117 |
| Published | 2020-05-06 |
| Last updated | 2020-05-06 |
| Products | Prepac 4-drawer chests |
| Firm named in the title | Prepac |
| Firms | Prepac Manufacturing Ltd., of Canada (manufacturer) |
| Manufactured in | Canada |
| Units (US) | 21,000 |
| Model numbers | BEP-3031-4, 29-3/4 |
| Hazard classes | tip over, entrapment |
| Remedy classes | repair, stop use |
| Sold | Online at Overstock.com, Target.com, Amazon.com and other online retailers from April 2005 through September 2018 for about $75. |
Description
This recall includes Prepac 4-drawer chests with plastic drawer glides. The recalled chests were sold in three finishes, black, oak and white. The following model numbers are included in the recall and are printed on the instruction manual: Model Dimensions Finish BEP-3031-4 29-3/4"H x 30"W x 16"D Black BBD-3031-4 29-3/4"H x 30"W x 16"D Black OBD-3031-4 29-3/4"H x 30"W x 16"D Oak WHD-3031-4 29-3/4"H x 30"W x 16"D White
Hazard
The recalled chests are unstable and can tip over if not anchored to the wall, posing serious tip-over and entrapment hazards that can result in death or injuries to children.
Remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled chests if not properly anchored to the wall and place them in an area that children cannot access. Contact Prepac to receive a free tipover restraint kit and consumers can request a one-time, free in-home installation of the wall anchor strap.
Incidents and injuries
None reported
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