CPSC, Merit Furniture Distributors Announce Recall of Bunk Beds
Released: Friday, November 21, 2003 by CPSC
In cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Merit Furniture Distributors, Inc., Brooklyn, NY is voluntarily recalling Merit Bunk Beds. The bunk beds have openings between the guardrails and in the end structures that are too large. A child's body could slide between the openings and could become trapped by the head, posing a serious strangulation hazard.
Recall Details
Product
Merit Bunk Beds
Description
The "twin over twin" bunk beds involve model #DLM550, #DLM160, and #860. The wooden recalled bunk beds are labeled with the "Merit" name and specific model numbers on the top front railing system of the bunk beds.
Hazards
The bunk beds have openings between the guardrails and in the end structures that are too large. A child's body could slide between the openings and could become trapped by the head, posing a serious strangulation hazard.
Incidents
Merit has not received any reports of incidents. This recall is being conducted to prevent the possibility of injuries.
Remedy
Consumers should contact Merit for information on how to return their bunk bed and receive a full refund.
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