Marquesa dressers and nightstands
CPSC Recall #16-222 — July 12, 2016
Product
Marquesa dressers and nightstands
Description
The recalled dressers are unstable if they are not properly anchored to the wall.
Hazard
The recalled dressers are unstable if they are not properly anchored to the wall, posing a serious tip-over and entrapment hazard that can result in death or injuries to children.
Incidents / Injuries
Bernhardt has received two reports of the furniture tipping over when the drawers were opened, including one injury to an adult involving an arm bruise and neck stiffness.
Remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using any recalled dressers and nightstands that are not properly anchored to the wall and place them into an area that children cannot access. Contact the store where purchased or Bernhardt for a free counterweight repair kit including a wall anchor. Bernhardt is offering a free in-home installation of the counterweight repair kit with a wall anchor.
Units Affected
About 1,700
Sold At
"Independent furniture stores nationwide from March 2015 through May 2016 for between $2,000 and $4,200."
Importer
Bernhardt Furniture Company, of Lenoir, N.C.
Manufactured In
Vietnam