April 22, 2004
Name
of product:
Ashley “Trails End,” “Cottage Retreat,” and “Stages” bunk beds
Units: 22,476
Manufacturer: Ashley Furniture Industries, Inc., of Arcadia, Wisc.
Hazard: There are gaps between parts of the bunk bed that violate
federal safety standards and can be entrapment or strangulation hazards to
children. For model B383, the gap between the end rails on the upper bunk is
too large. For models B213 and B233, the gap between the guardrails of the
upper bunk can be widened with pressure, presenting an entrapment hazard.
Federal standards for bunk beds are designed to protect children against
entrapment and strangulation.
Description: These bunk bed models are recalled for repairs: B383-58T,
B383-57T, B213-58, and B233-58. The B383 models are sold under the group name
“Trails End.” The B213 is sold under the group name “Cottage Retreat.” The B233
is sold under the group name “Stages.” The model numbers are on product
stickers on each bunk bed. On the B383 model, the product sticker is on the
inside of the lower rail on the top bunk end panel. On the B213 and B233
models, the product sticker is on the inside of the lower panel on the bottom
bunk.
Sold at: The bunk beds being recalled for repair were sold at furniture
stores nationwide. Model B383 was sold beginning in December 2000. Model B213
was sold beginning in May 2003. Model B233 was sold beginning in June 2003. All
sales of the recalled bunk beds ended in February 2004. Model B383-57T sold for
around $299, model B383-58T sold for around $699, and Models B213 and B233 sold
for around $599.
Manufactured in: USA and Brazil.
Remedy: Stop using the recalled bunk beds and get a free repair kit from
the retailer to cover and close up the entrapment gaps. Consumers can install
the repair kit easily at home.
Consumer Contact: To get a free repair kit, contact the dealer who sold
the bunk bed. Although repair kits are not available on-line, consumers can
call Ashley Furniture Industries at (800) 999-2936 between 7:00 a.m. and 6:00
p.m. (CT) Monday through Friday and 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. (CT) on Saturday.
Additional information is available on Ashley’s web site at http://www.ashleyfurniture.com/SafetyNotice.asp?NA=0