CPSC recall 05-211, announced June 29, 2005, covers Pottery Barn Kids Cameron Toy Chest (about 5,800 units). A problem with the lid support on the toy chest could cause the lid not to stay open, posing the risk of an impact injury to a child's head, fingers or hands. The notice reports no incidents. Consumers should immediately stop young children from using these toy chests and contact Pottery Barn Kids to determine if their toy chest lid support needs replacement. Recall contact: call (800) 699-0449, or go to www.potterybarnkids.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 product name and model number is located on a label affixed to the back of the toy chest.
Which products are included?
This recall includes the Cameron toy chest in model numbers 4825378 (Honey), 6252852 (Espresso) and 4825386 (White). The product name and model number is located on a label affixed to the back of the toy chest. Inside the lid of the toy chest is a blackboard and an extra storage shelf. The toy chests are made of American hardwood frame with veneer panels and measure 40 x 18 x 20" high.
Confirm these details on the official CPSC noticeWhy it was recalled
A problem with the lid support on the toy chest could cause the lid not to stay open, posing the risk of an impact injury to a child's head, fingers or hands.
Incidents and injuries
No injuries or incidents have been reported.
Official remedy
Consumers should immediately stop young children from using these toy chests and contact Pottery Barn Kids to determine if their toy chest lid support needs replacement. Pottery Barn Kids will provide consumers with a free lid support replacement kit.
Product and sales details
- Brand
- Pottery Barn Kids
- Manufacturer
- Pottery Barn Kids of San Francisco, Calif.
- Product type
- Toys & play sets
- Recall number
- 05-211
- Units
- About 5,800
- Manufactured in
- China
- Sold at / sales period
- Pottery Barn Kids Web site, catalog and retail stores nationwide, from December 2003 through April 2005, for $349.
Cameron Toy Chest
CPSC product type: Toy Chests/Trunks
Recall contact information
Contact Pottery Barn Kids at (800) 699-0449 between 7 a.m. and 12 midnight daily or visit the firm's Web site at www.potterybarnkids.com
Verify phone numbers, hours, and websites on the current CPSC notice before contacting the firm.
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