Key Takeaway
CPSC Announces Recall Of Additional Wooden Bunk Beds by Kids Quarters was recalled on December 14, 1995.
CPSC Announces Recall Of Additional Wooden Bunk Beds
Description
December 14, 1995 Release # 96-040 WASHINGTON, D.C. - CPSC, three bunk bed manufacturers and importers are recalling over 31,400 wooden bunk beds. The bunk beds have openings on the top bunk that present a potential entrapment hazard to young children. The spaces can be large enough for a child's body to pass through, but small enough to entrap the child's head. On May 9, 1995, CPSC and 11 manufacturers announced the recall of more than 320,000 wooden bunk beds with similar entrapment hazards. Similarly, on September 28, 1995, CPSC and an additional 10 manufacturers announced the recall of over 41,000 wooden bunk beds. In response to this action, the manufacturers participating in this recall have also identified bunk beds with similar entrapment hazards.From 1990 through 1995, CPSC received reports of 26 children who died from becoming caught in bunk beds with similar spaces in the top bunk. Twenty one of those children were ages two and under, and four were three years of age. Neither CPSC nor the manufacturers are aware of any deaths associated with the products listed below.The American Society for Testing and Materials (ASTM) voluntary standard for bunk beds requires that, in addition to having guardrails on both sides of the top bunk, any spaces between the guardrail and bed frame, and in the head and foot boards on the top bunk, be less than 3.5 inches. Bunk beds currently made by the companies listed below now meet the spacing requirement of the voluntary standard. The companies are also providing permanent labels for or placing permanant labels on their bunk beds to warn that children under the age of six be prohibited from the upper bunk. CPSC and the manufacturers continue to urge parents and caregivers not to put children under the age of six on the top bunk.The manufacturers and importers listed below are participating in this recall to improve the safety of these beds and to meet the requirements of the voluntary standard.Consumers should stop using the recalled beds immediately and call the company or contact the retailer for a replacement guardrail, retrofit kit, or instructions to help eliminate the potential entrapment hazard. If this cannot be done (for example, firm out of business) then consumers should destroy or discard the product. If consumers are not sure of the bunk bed manufacturer or have questions about this recall, they should call CPSC's Hotline at (800) 638-2772. CompanyModel #'sDatesDistributedLocationsDescriptionof Beds Quality Craft, Inc.National City, CA(619) 474-8881 P4279 P4280P4281 P4488P5881 P4177 Prior to July 1995 WesternUnited States Royce Corp.Dandridge, TN(423) 397-9761 60-060(formerly 4105)60-160(formerly 4805) 1990-1994 Central and Eastern U.S. Wood,Ladder End,Bunk Beds Sentury WaterandOakFurniture ManufacturerOUT OF BUSINESS 9451 "Country Land" May 1994 -August 1995 Southern CA Sold Onlythrough "Kids"Quarters" stores(714) 661-610
Products Affected
Quality Craft wooden bunk beds
Bunk BedsRoyce wooden bunk beds
Sentury Water&Oak Furniture Manufacturer Country Land wooden bunk beds
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is this recall still active?
Check the status badge at the top of this page. "Ongoing" means the recall is still active and you should follow the remedy instructions. "Completed" or "Terminated" means the recall process has concluded, though the safety issue remains relevant for any unrepaired products.
How do I check if my product is affected?
Compare the model number, lot code, serial number, or date range listed in the recall notice with the information on your product's label or packaging. For vehicles, check your VIN at NHTSA.gov/Recalls.
What remedy is available for this recall?
Check the remedy section above or contact the manufacturer directly for current remedy options.
Where can I find the original recall notice?
This recall was issued by CPSC. You can view the original notice using the link provided above.