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Recalls / 2017-12-14

Crate and Barrel Recalls Benches Due to Fall Hazard (Recall Alert)

18706 · Recalled 2017-12-14 · CPSC page

51 inch bench
51 inch bench

Description

This recall involves the Dakota wooden bench. The bench has two legs and was sold in two sizes: 51 inches wide by 18 inches tall and 71 inches wide and 18 inches tall.

Hazards

The benches can tip over while in use, posing a fall hazard.

Reported injuries

Crate and Barrel has received seven reports of the benches tipping over, including four reports of injuries. The injuries involved broken toes, a broken foot, and a fingertip amputation.

Remedy

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled benches and contact Crate and Barrel for a free repair. The firm is notifying all known purchasers directly.

Products

NameModelUnits
Crate and Barrel Dakota benchesAbout 6,800 (in addition, 575 units were sold in Canada)

Parties

Importer
Crate and Barrel, of Northbrook, Ill.
Made in
Poland
Sold at
Crate, Barrel, online at www.crateandbarrel.com, about $800 for the 71-inch bench.

Consumer contact

Crate and Barrel at 800-451-8217 between 7 a.m. and 9 p.m. CT every day or online at www.crateandbarrel.com and click on "Product Recall" for more information.

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71 inch bench
71 inch bench

Source: CPSC recall 18706. Inclusion in this database is not legal or medical advice.