CPSC recall 02-543, announced May 31, 2002, covers Southern Wood Products Toy Boxes (about 600 units). The middle lid support hinge can collapse suddenly and cause an injury to a child's head, neck, fingers, or hands; or can become an entrapment hazard to young children. The notice reports no incidents. Consumers who purchased the toy box should stop using the toy box immediately and contact Southern Wood Products to receive a free replacement hinge. Recall contact: call (800) 624-4129 or (888) 333-6063, or go to www.jcpenney.com.
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.
The recalled toy boxes, that measure 24 inches by 16 inches by 35 inches, have manufacture date codes of 8502-021502A and 8502-030702A on a sticker located on the back or bottom of unit.
Which products are included?
The toy boxes were sold in the following colors: oak, white, cherry, and natural. The recalled toy boxes, that measure 24 inches by 16 inches by 35 inches, have manufacture date codes of 8502-021502A and 8502-030702A on a sticker located on the back or bottom of unit. The sticker also has the company's name and address. The toy box was manufactured in the USA.
Confirm these details on the official CPSC noticeWhy it was recalled
The middle lid support hinge can collapse suddenly and cause an injury to a child's head, neck, fingers, or hands; or can become an entrapment hazard to young children.
Incidents and injuries
None reported.
Official remedy
Consumers who purchased the toy box should stop using the toy box immediately and contact Southern Wood Products to receive a free replacement hinge. Purchasers were sent direct mail notification of this recall.
Product and sales details
- Brand
- Southern Wood Products
- Manufacturer
- Southern Wood Products, of Sparta, Tenn.
- Product type
- Toys & play sets
- Recall number
- 02-543
- Units
- About 600
- Manufactured in
- United States
- Sold at / sales period
- JC Penney sold the toy box through its catalogue from Feb 2002 until March 2002.
Toy Boxes
CPSC product type: Toy Chests/Trunks
Recall contact information
For more information, call Southern Wood Products at (800) 624-4129, Monday through Friday CST 7:30 am to 4:00pm. Consumers can contact JC Penney customer service at (888) 333-6063 or www.jcpenney.com
Verify phone numbers, hours, and websites on the current CPSC notice before contacting the firm.
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