Recall: World Imports Recalls Bunk Beds Due to Violation of Safety Standard

World Imports Recalls Bunk Beds Due to Violation of Safety Standard

Consumers should stop using this product unless otherwise instructed. It is illegal to resell or attempt to resell a recalled consumer product.

Recall date: January 31, 2013
Recall number: 13-113

Recall Summary

Name of product:

Bunk Beds

Hazard:

The openings between the metal rails of the end structures are greater than allowed in the standard and pose a risk of entrapment or asphyxiation hazard.

Consumer Contact:

World Imports toll free at (855) 473-9992 anytime Monday through Friday or online at www.worldimportsltd.com click on Contact-us for more information.

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Recall Details

Units

About 8,600

Description

This recall involves a Twin-over-Twin model 341-33, and a Twin-over-Futon model 344-54 bunk beds. Both models have wooden corner posts in a dark finish with wrought iron end structures on the headboards and footboards. A label on the interior surface of the corner post has "DISTRIBUTOR: WORLD IMPORTS" and the model number printed on it.

Incidents/Injuries

No injuries were reported.

Remedy

Consumers should immediately stop using the product and contact the firm for a free repair kit with instructions.

Sold at

Independent juvenile and other furniture stores in the eastern United States between August 2009 to February 2012 for about $250 to $300.

Importer

World Imports, LTD., of Philadelphia, Penn.

Manufacturer

Zhangzhou Sanchuan Steel Pipe Goods Co., Ltd., of China

Manufactured in

China