CPSC recall 04-546, announced April 13, 2004, covers Ethan Allen Bunk Beds (about 2,000 units). A metal "j" hook on the guardrails can become dislodged, allowing the guardrail to slide or move out of position. The notice cites 22 incident reports. Consumers should stop using the top bunk if a "j" hook has become dislodged. Recall contact: call (888) 339-9398, go to www.ethanallen.com, or email bunkbedinfo@ethanalleninc.com.
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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.
Which products are included?
The top bunk guardrails on Ethan Allen Ryan and P.J. Bunk Beds have item numbers 35-5659-4, 36-5659-3 or 36-5659-4. Item numbers can be found on the inside of the bottom bunk headboard or footboard. The "j" hooks were incorporated into the guardrails of bunk beds as a locking/unlocking device. When unlocked and out of position, the guardrail can be removed for easy access to change bed linen.
Confirm these details on the official CPSC noticeWhat to look for
- Also in the notice
- Item or SKU numbers. Compare these as well.
- Where to look
the inside of the bottom bunk headboard
(the notice’s words)- When sold
- June 2003 through December 2003
- Price paid
- $1,150 to $1,350
Why it was recalled
A metal "j" hook on the guardrails can become dislodged, allowing the guardrail to slide or move out of position. This can allow the guardrail to detach from the bunk bed or allow the occupant to roll off the top bunk.
Incidents and injuries
Ethan Allen is aware of 22 incidents where a "j" hook became dislodged. Ethan Allen is not aware of any incidents or injuries caused by a dislodged "j" hook.
Official remedy
Consumers should stop using the top bunk if a "j" hook has become dislodged. Ethan Allen is directly notifying consumers who purchased these bunk beds about the recall and is providing free repair kits. Guardrails will be shipped to consumers with these recalled bunk beds on or about May 20, 2004.
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) 339-9398, go to www.ethanallen.com, or email bunkbedinfo@ethanalleninc.com.
- 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
- Ethan Allen
- Product type
- Beds
- Recall number
- 04-546
- Units
- About 2,000
- Manufactured in
- China
- Sold at / sales period
- Ethan Allen stores nationwide, from June 2003 through December 2003, for between $1,150 and $1,350.
- Distributor
- Ethan Allen, of Danbury, Conn.
Bunk Beds
CPSC product type: Bunk Beds
This recall in context
Compared with the 116 bed recalls in this index, as of October 31, 2026.
- Size
- 2,000 units: the 52nd-largest of 82 bed recalls that state a unit count. The median is 3,250 units.
- Brand history
- Ethan Allen is named in 4 CPSC notices in this index, from 2004 to 2014. This recall is the earliest.
- Time on sale
- 7 months. Recalled 4 months after the last month of sales the notice gives.
Recall contact information
For more information, contact Ethan Allen at (888) 339-9398 between 8:30 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. ET Monday through Friday. Consumers also can contact Ethan Allen on their website at www.ethanallen.com or email the firm at bunkbedinfo@ethanalleninc.com
Verify phone numbers, hours, and websites on the current CPSC notice before contacting the firm.
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