Critical Alert
Sauder Woodworking Recalls Clothing Storage Unit Tip-Over Restraint Straps Due to Tip-Over and Entrapment Hazards to Children
This recall is associated with reported fatalities. Consumers should take immediate action.
Source: CPSC
CriticalRecall #25146
Sauder Woodworking Recalls Clothing Storage Unit Tip-Over Restraint Straps Due to Tip-Over and Entrapment Hazards to Children
Sauder Woodworking Co., of Archbold, Ohio · Sauder and Sauder Beginnings Dressers and 4-Drawer Chests tip-over restraint straps
Product Description
This recall involves the Sauder tip-over restraint straps that were sold and distributed with certain Sauder dressers and 4-drawer chests manufactured between July 2020 and August 2023. The clothing storage units have a date of manufacture sticker on the back of the unit. They were sold in various colors under the Sauder and Sauder Beginnings brands.
Hazard
The tip-over restraint straps can fail when used on certain Sauder clothing storage units (dressers and 4-drawer chests) to prevent tip-over incidents, posing tip-over and entrapment hazards that can result in death or serious injuries to children.
Remedy
Consumers should immediately check if their clothing storage unit has a date of manufacture sticker on the back of the unit, between July 2020 and August 2023. If so, consumers should contact Sauder to arrange for a free replacement tip-over restraint kit to be mailed to the consumer at no cost. Consumers should remove the old tip-over restraint and install the new one once received. Keep children away from the unit while waiting for a replacement tip-over restraint kit.
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411 Press Analysis
Sauder Woodworking Co., of Archbold, Ohio is recalling about 15,800 of Sauder and Sauder Beginnings Dressers and 4-Drawer Chests tip-over restraint straps following reports of fatalities linked to the product. The CPSC announced this recall on February 20, 2025. The tip-over restraint straps can fail when used on certain Sauder clothing storage units (dressers and 4-drawer chests) to prevent tip-over incidents, posing tip-over and. This is among the most serious recall classifications issued by the CPSC. Consumers are urged to stop use immediately and receive a free replacement. Anyone who has experienced problems with this product should file a report with the CPSC at SaferProducts.gov in addition to contacting the manufacturer.
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