CPSC recall 04-196, announced August 11, 2004, covers PJ Sleep Shop Wooden bunk beds: Twin/Twin, Twin/Double, and Loft Bunk (337 units). These bunk beds have gaps between parts of the upper bunk end structure that violate the federal safety standard, because they pose entrapment or strangulation hazards to children. The notice reports no incidents. Stop using the recalled bunk beds and get a free repair kit from the manufacturer to cover up the entrapment hazards. Recall contact: call (888) 232-5225.
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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.
There are no model numbers on the bunk beds, but the manufacturer's label is located on the inside of the upper bunk's end structure.
Which products are included?
The recalled models of wooden bunk beds are: Twin/Twin #1000; Twin/Double #2000; and Loft Bunk #3000. There are no model numbers on the bunk beds, but the manufacturer's label is located on the inside of the upper bunk's end structure. The Twin/Twin #1000 has top and bottom bunks of equal size. The Twin/Double #2000 has a twin top bunk and a double bottom bunk that is 15 inches wider. The Loft Bunk #3000 has the bottom bunk perpendicular to the top bunk, making an "L" shape.
Confirm these details on the official CPSC noticeWhat to look for
- Where to look
the inside of the upper bunk's end structure
(the notice’s words)- When sold
- June 2000 through February 2004
- Price paid
- $199 to $349
Why it was recalled
These bunk beds have gaps between parts of the upper bunk end structure that violate the federal safety standard, because they pose entrapment or strangulation hazards to children. The spaces exceed that allowed by the federal bunk bed safety standard, which is designed to protect children from entrapment and strangulation.
Incidents and injuries
None reported.
Official remedy
Stop using the recalled bunk beds and get a free repair kit from the manufacturer to cover up the entrapment hazards. Consumers can install the repair kit easily at home.
What to do now
- Check the product. This notice lists no model numbers. Compare yours with the description and photos in the official notice.
- Stop using it. The notice says to stop using recalled units.
- Contact the firm. Call (888) 232-5225.
- Read the official notice. The CPSC notice is the final word on which units are included and what to do.
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Product and sales details
- Brand
- PJ Sleep Shop
- Manufacturer
- PJ Sleep Shop of Portland, Ore.
- Product type
- Beds
- Recall number
- 04-196
- Units
- 337
- Manufactured in
- United States
- Sold at / sales period
- PJ Sleep Shop in Portland, Oregon, and Banner Furniture stores in Portland and Hillsboro, Oregon, between June 1, 2000, and February 29, 2004. Model #1000 sold for about $199, Model #2000 sold for about $325, and Model #3000 sold for about $349.
Wooden bunk beds: Twin/Twin, Twin/Double, and Loft Bunk
CPSC product type: Bunk Beds
This recall in context
Compared with the 116 bed recalls in this index, as of October 31, 2026.
- Size
- 337 units: the 77th-largest of 82 bed recalls that state a unit count. The median is 3,250 units.
- Hazards
- Strangulation: named in 16 of 116 bed recalls. Entrapment: named in 42 of 116 bed recalls, the most common hazard among them.
- Brand history
- PJ Sleep Shop is named in 2 CPSC notices in this index, from 1996 to 2004. This recall is the most recent. The one before: Bedder Bunk wooden bunk beds (97-032, Nov 1996). 2 of them are bed recalls.
- Time on sale
- About 4 years. Recalled 6 months after the last month of sales the notice gives.
Recall contact information
To get a free repair kit, contact PJ Sleep Shop or Banner Furniture (depending upon which dealer sold the bunk bed). Although repair kits are not available on-line, consumers in Oregon and Washington state can call PJ Sleep Shop at (888) 232-5225 between 9 a.m. and 6 p.m. PT Monday through Friday, and from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Saturday.
Verify phone numbers, hours, and websites on the current CPSC notice before contacting the firm.
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Recalls only work when owners hear about them. Send this notice to family or friends who might own the same product.
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