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.
The CPSC data does not provide a discrete model-number list for this record. Compare the product description and identification details on the official notice.
Which products are included?
The recalled wooden bunk beds are made out of Northern White Ash and have natural, cherry, honey or golden finishes. They were sold under the model names Prestige, Spindle, and Cottage. There is no identifying information on the beds.
Confirm these details on the official CPSC noticeWhy it was recalled
The top bunk does not have guardrails on both sides. A child could fall or become entrapped between the wall and the mattress if there are not guardrails on the top bunk.
Incidents and injuries
CPSC is not aware of any deaths associated with the beds being recalled. However, since 1990, CPSC has received reports of seven children who died from becoming entrapped between the bed and the wall in upper bunks of bunk beds without guardrails.
Official remedy
Consumers should stop using the recalled beds immediately and email the company to receive free guardrails for the top bunk.
Product and sales details
- Brand
- Northern Bedroom's
- Manufacturer
- Northern Bedroom's Inc., of Oxford, Maine
- Product type
- Beds
- Recall number
- 00-027
- Units
- About 2,800
- Sold at / sales period
- Furniture and specialty bedroom stores throughout the New England states sold the beds, from May 1995 through February 1998, for about $300 to $550.
Wooden bunk beds
CPSC product type: Bunk Beds
Recall contact information
Contact Northern Bedroom's Inc. via email at northbeds@aol.com
Verify phone numbers, hours, and websites on the current CPSC notice before contacting the firm.