Cynthia dressers recalled over entrapment hazard

Recall date

January 11, 2017

Source

U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC)

Official notice title

Linon Home Décor Recalls Dressers Due to Tip-Over Hazard; Sold Exclusively at Wayfair.com (Recall Alert)

Recall number

17725

Sold / distributed

Wayfair.com from September 2015 to August 2016 for about $150.

Why it was recalled

The recalled chests are unstable if they are not anchored to the wall, posing a serious tip-over and entrapment hazard that can result in death or injuries to children.

What was recalled

This recall involves Cynthia style 5-drawer dressers. The dressers measure 40.25 inches tall by 17 inches wide by 13.5 inches deep, and were sold in a cream color.

What to do

Consumers should immediately stop using any recalled chest that is not properly anchored to the wall and place it into an area that children cannot access. Consumers should contact Linon Home for a full refund or tip-restraint kit. Consumers who are unable or unwilling to install the tip-restraint kit should contact Linon for instructions or additional assistance. The firm is contacting all known purchasers directly.. Follow the official notice for full instructions.