Recall 00061a, published February 4, 2000
Toy Chests
Compare the model on your label, then check any serial numbers, date codes, and exclusions in the notice. A model match alone does not confirm that your unit is included.
Affected model numbers
1814LQThe oak toy chests have model number 841LQ or 1814LQ located on the rear panel.
Which products are included?
The oak toy chests have model number 841LQ or 1814LQ located on the rear panel. They measure 35 inches long, 19 inches high and 19 inches deep. A 1-inch-wide ventilation opening runs the entire length of the front of the toy chest just below the lid. The toy chests have one adjustable lid support. The Thornwood Furniture name and address are located on the product sticker located on the rear panel of the toy chest.
Confirm these details on the official CPSC noticeWhy it was recalled
The lids on these toy chests could fall onto a child's head or neck. An investigator for the Georgia Office of Consumer Affairs discovered the problem with the toy chest while conducting retail surveillance for CPSC.
Official remedy
Consumers should immediately stop children from using the toy chests and contact the store where purchased, for information on getting a free replacement.
- Brand
- Thornwood Furniture Manufacturing
- Recall published
- February 4, 2000
- Category
- Children & Toys
- Units
- About 400
- Sold at / sales period
- Furniture stores nationwide, including Rooms To Go, Bedroom Superstores and MN Goldstein, sold the toy chests, from January 1999 through November 1999, for about $170.
