Recall #02-069 · Published December 18, 2001

Sandberg Children's Dresser

CPSC, Sandberg Manufacturer Co. Announce Recall of Children's Dressers

CPSC published a recall notice for Sandberg Children's Dresser from Sandberg Manufacturer on December 18, 2001. CPSC identifies this hazard: The dresser can tip over during use, posing a serious injury hazard to consumers. The official remedy states: Consumers who have the dressers should immediately stop children from using them. Consumers should contact Sandberg Manufacturer Co. to receive simple instructions for conducting an in-home repair.

Light Brown Dresser with Heart Shaped Handles
Light Brown Dresser with Heart Shaped Handles
Image: CPSC recall notice

What to check on the product label

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.

Additional identifying details

The recalled 4-drawer children's dressers have the model number (#26224) and production date (09-01 or older) located on the lower half of the back of the dresser.

Which products are included?

The recalled 4-drawer children's dressers have the model number (#26224) and production date (09-01 or older) located on the lower half of the back of the dresser. The wooden dressers come in light brown or off- white and have heart-shaped handles.

Confirm these details on the official CPSC notice

Why it was recalled

The dresser can tip over during use, posing a serious injury hazard to consumers.

Incidents and injuries

Sandberg and CPSC have received one report of a dresser tipping over, though no one suffered injuries.

Official remedy

Consumers who have the dressers should immediately stop children from using them. Consumers should contact Sandberg Manufacturer Co. to receive simple instructions for conducting an in-home repair.

Product and sales details

Brand
Sandberg Manufacturer
Product type
Dressers
Recall number
02-069
Units
About 8,200 children's dressers
Sold at / sales period
Independent home furnishing stores nationwide sold these dressers, from July 1999 through November 2001, for about $230.
Importer
Sandberg Manufacturer Co., of Los Angeles, Calif.

Sandberg Children's Dresser

CPSC product type: Furniture (Children)

Recall contact information

Consumers should contact Sandberg Manufacturer Co. at (800) 498-2979 between 7:30 a.m. and 5 p.m. PT Monday through Friday.

Verify phone numbers, hours, and websites on the current CPSC notice before contacting the firm.

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