Key Takeaway
CPSC, Sauder Woodworking Co. Announce Recall of TV/VCR Carts that Can Tip Over Easily, after Baby's Death by Sauder Woodworking Co., of Archbold, Ohio was recalled on April 5, 2004. What to do: Consumers should stop using the TV/VCR carts immediately and do the following: Remove the television and all the contents from these carts. Turn the c...
CPSC, Sauder Woodworking Co. Announce Recall of TV/VCR Carts that Can Tip Over Easily, after Baby's Death
Description
These TV/VCR carts were sold in a kit to be assembled by consumers. They are identical in design and construction, but not color. One model is a light-colored oak finish, and the other model is a dark-colored cherry finish. The TV/VCR carts are about 29.5 inches wide, 18 inches deep and 27 inches high. The carts are equipped with a top shelf intended to support up to a 27-inch television, a middle shelf intended to hold a VCR and a lower storage area intended to hold VCR tapes and equipment. This cart is intended to hold a TV that weighs 95 pounds or less. This includes most 24-inch and smaller TVs, and may include some 27-inch TVs. The products were provided with shelves for holding VHS tapes that were to be installed on the inside of the two hinged doors enclosing the lower storage area. The recalled carts have four removable casters attached to each bottom corner of the cart. The TV/VCR carts included in the recall are models 2655 and 2755. The model number is not on the cart, but it is on the instruction booklet that came with the cart.
Injuries / Consequence
Sauder Woodworking has received 13 reports of these carts tipping over. The firm received a report of the death of a 19-month-old girl in North Wales, Pa., who suffered a fractured skull when the cart and television fell on her. There were four reports of additional injuries involving children and adults. One report involved a skull fracture to a child who recovered, and three reports involved bumps and bruises.
Remedy
Consumers should stop using the TV/VCR carts immediately and do the following: Remove the television and all the contents from these carts. Turn the cart over and remove the four casters from the bottom of the cart. This will improve the stability of the carts. Contact Sauder Woodworking Co. to receive a free repair kit that will further reduce the potential for the cart and television to tip. Do not use the cart until the repair kit has been installed.
Products Affected
TV/VCR Carts
Television Carts/Stands/Entertainment CentersImages
Company Information
Sauder Woodworking Co., of Archbold, Ohio
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is this recall still active?
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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?
The listed remedy for this recall is: Consumers should stop using the TV/VCR carts immediately and do the following: Remove the television and all the contents from these carts. Turn the cart over and remove the four casters from the bott...
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.