CPSC recall 08-323, announced July 3, 2008, covers LaJolla Boat Bed and Pirates of the Caribbean Twin Trundle Beds (about 9,350 units). The lid supports on the toy chests fail to prevent the lid from closing too quickly, posing an entrapment and strangulation hazard to young children. The notice cites 1 incident report. Consumers should immediately stop children from using the recalled toy chests and contact the firm for instructions on receiving a free repair kit with replacement lid supports. Recall contact: call (877) 494-2536, or go to www.baysidefurnishings.com.
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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?
This recall involves two styles of Bayside youth beds: the LaJolla Boat Bed and the Pirates of the Caribbean Twin Trundle Bed. The preassembled toy chests are designed in the shape of a ship or boat's "bow" and attached to the beds as a footboard. The LaJolla Boat Bed toy chest has a hardwood top and white wood base with a blue stripe. The Pirates Boat Bed toy chest has a hardwood top, wheel shape and brown wood base with decorative carvings.
Confirm these details on the official CPSC noticeWhy it was recalled
The lid supports on the toy chests fail to prevent the lid from closing too quickly, posing an entrapment and strangulation hazard to young children.
Incidents and injuries
CPSC received one report of a death involving a 22-month-old boy of Roseville, California. He strangled when the lid of the toy chest fell on the back of his head and entrapped his neck on the edge of the chest of a LaJolla Boat Bed.
Official remedy
Consumers should immediately stop children from using the recalled toy chests and contact the firm for instructions on receiving a free repair kit with replacement lid supports.
Product and sales details
- Product type
- Toys & play sets, Beds
- Recall number
- 08-323
- Units
- About 9,350
- Manufactured in
- China
- Sold at / sales period
- Costco and furniture retail stores nationwide and Costco.com from January 2006 through May 2008 for between $700 and $1,400.
- Importer
- Bayside Furnishings (a division of Whalen™), of San Diego, Calif.
LaJolla Boat Bed and Pirates of the Caribbean Twin Trundle Beds
CPSC product type: Beds/Cots
Recall contact information
For additional information, contact Bayside at (877) 494-2536 anytime, or visit the firm's Web site at www.baysidefurnishings.com to register online for the free repair kit.
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