Crate and Barrel Recalls Danish Tall Bookcases Due to Risk of Collapse; Injury Hazard to Consumers
U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission recall (2020-10-21). Hazards: injury. About 2,100 units in the US.
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
|---|---|
| Recall number | 21009 |
| Published | 2020-10-21 |
| Last updated | 2020-10-21 |
| Products | Danish Tall Bookcases |
| Firm named in the title | Crate and Barrel |
| Firms | Euromarket Designs Inc., d/b/a Crate and Barrel, of Northbrook, Ill. (importer) |
| Manufactured in | China |
| Units (US) | 2,100 |
| Hazard classes | injury |
| Remedy classes | refund, stop use |
| Sold | Crate and Barrel stores nationwide and online at www.crateandbarrel.com from June 2017 through January 2020 for about $300. |
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.
Hazard
The bookcase can collapse when fully loaded, posing an injury hazard.
Remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled bookcase and contact Crate and Barrel to receive a full refund.
Incidents and injuries
Crate and Barrel has received five reports of the bookcase's leg breaking. No injuries have been reported.
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