Crate and Barrel Recalls Benches Due to Fall Hazard (Recall Alert)
Crate and Barrel Dakota benches
Date of Recall
2017-12-14CPSC Release Number
18-060Manufactured In
PolandUnits
About 6,800 (in addition, 575 units were sold in Canada)Importer
Crate and Barrel, of Northbrook, Ill.Sold By
Crate and Barrel stores nationwide and online at www.crateandbarrel.com from September 2011 through November 2017 for about $600 for the 51-inch bench and about $800 for the 71-inch bench.Problem/Hazard
The benches can tip over while in use, posing a fall hazard.Injuries/Incidents
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.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.
Remedy
RepairConsumer 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.Recall Comments
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