Big Lots Stores, Inc. Recalls to Repair Bunk Beds Due to Collapse and Fall Hazards
Recalled September 23, 2009 · CPSC recall 09348 · Big Lots Stores
Hazard
The bunk beds' mattress support slats and side support railings can break, posing a risk of the bunk bed collapsing and a fall hazard to consumers.
Remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using recalled bunk beds and contact Big Lots to return the defective parts and to receive a free repair kit.
Units
About 20,000
Incidents / injuries
Big Lots has received 14 reports of the recalled bunk beds' support slats cracking or breaking, including four reports of minor injuries.
Description
This recall includes wooden bunk beds with a three-step ladder. Model numbers WP-9108-1 and WP-9108-2 are included in this recall. The model number is located on a sticker on the bunk bed's interior panel of the headboard or the footboard.
What to do
Consumers should immediately stop using recalled bunk beds and contact Big Lots to return the defective parts and to receive a free repair kit.
Contact
For more information, contact Big Lots toll-free at (866) 244-5687 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's Web site at www.biglots.com
Product
Wooden Bunk Beds
Imported by
Big Lots Stores, Inc., of Columbus, Ohio
Retailers
Big Lots stores nationwide from May 2008 through February 2009 for about $300.
Made in
Vietnam
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission. Official recall notice on cpsc.gov →