Recalls / 2017-09-13
Target Recalls Room Essentials 4-Drawer Dressers Due to Tip-Over and Entrapment Hazards
17223 · Recalled 2017-09-13 · CPSC page
Description
This recall involves Room Essentials 4-drawer dressers sold in three colors. The dressers measure 41 7/8 inches tall by 31 ½ inches wide by 15 11/16 inches deep. Model number 249-05-0103 (black), 249-05-0106 (espresso), or 249-05-0109 (maple) is printed on the product's packaging.
Hazards
The recalled dressers are unstable if they are not anchored to the wall, posing serious tip-over and entrapment hazards that can result in death or injuries to children.
Reported injuries
The firm has received 12 reports of dressers tipping or collapsing, including tipping over on two three-year-old children. No injuries have been reported.
Remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled dresser that is not properly anchored to the wall and place it into an area that children cannot access. Consumers should return the recalled dresser to any Target store for a full refund.
Products
| Name | Model | Units |
|---|---|---|
| Room Essentials 4-drawer dressers | About 175,000 (in addition, about 3,000 units were sold in Canada) |
Parties
- Importer
- Target Corp., of Minneapolis, Minn.
- Distributor
- Target Corp., of Minneapolis, Minn.
- Made in
- Denmark
- Sold at
- Target, online at Target.com
Consumer contact
Target at 800-440-0680 from 7 a.m. to 8 p.m. CT daily or online at www.Target.com and click on "Recalls" at the bottom of the page, then "Furniture" for more information, or the "Product Recalls" tab on www.Facebook.com/Target.
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Source: CPSC recall 17223. Inclusion in this database is not legal or medical advice.