Recall 17-217, published September 6, 2017
Ameriwood Home Mainstays chests of drawers
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
5412015PCOMThe model number is printed on the instruction manual.
Which products are included?
This recall involves Mainstays four-drawer chests of drawers with plastic drawer glides and a single decorative pull on each drawer. The composite wood chests were sold in six colors: alder, black forest, white, weathered oak, walnut and ruby red. The chests measure 40 5/16 inches high by 27 11/16 inches wide by 14 11/16 inches deep. Model numbers included in the recall are 5412012WP, 5412301WP, 5412328WP, 5412015WY, 5412301WY, 5412012PCOM, 5412015PCOM, 5412026PCOM, 5412213PCOM, 5412214PCOM, 5412301PCOM, 5412317PCOM, and 5412328PCOM. The model number is printed on the instruction manual.
Confirm these details on the official CPSC noticeWhy it was recalled
The recalled chests of drawers are unstable if they are not anchored to the wall, posing serious tip-over and entrapment hazards that can result in death or injuries to children. The chests do not comply with the performance requirements of the U.S. voluntary industry standard (ASTM F2057-14).
Official remedy
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. Contact Ameriwood for a free repair kit that includes a wall anchoring device and feet for the unit. Consumers who require additional installation guidance should contact Ameriwood for further assistance.
What should I do if I have 5412015PCOM?
- Confirm the model number. Find the label and compare every letter and digit with 5412015PCOM.
- Stop using it. The notice says to stop using recalled units immediately.
- Contact the firm. Call 877-222-7460, or go to www.Ameriwood.com.
- Get the remedy. This recall offers a repair. The notice says the remedy is free.
- Read the official notice. The CPSC notice is the final word on which units are included and what to do.
- Brand
- Ameriwood Home
- Recall published
- September 6, 2017
- Category
- Furniture
- Units
- About 1.6 million (in addition, about 1,000 were sold in Canada)
- Sold at / sales period
- Walmart stores and other retailers nationwide and online at Walmart.com from April 2009 through May 2016 for about $60.
Other model numbers in this recall
One other starts with 5412015, like 5412015PCOM.
