Recall #11-703 · Published October 5, 2010

PBteen Sleep and Study Loft Beds

PBteen Recalls to Repair Sleep and Study Loft Beds Due to Fall and Injury Hazards

CPSC published a recall notice for PBteen Sleep and Study Loft Beds from PBteen on October 5, 2010. CPSC identifies this hazard: The side rail on the bed can crack allowing the mattress support to collapse, posing a fall and injury hazard to users. The official remedy states: Consumers should immediately contact PBteen to schedule installation of a free replacement side rail support bracket.

PBteen Sleep and Study Loft Beds
Image: CPSC recall notice

What to check on the product label

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?

This recall involves PBteen Sleep and Study Loft beds in a variety of colors: espresso, honey, white and black. The bed is elevated and has a desk and bookcase underneath it. The beds were sold in the following colors: honey, black, espresso, and white.

Confirm these details on the official CPSC notice

Why it was recalled

The side rail on the bed can crack allowing the mattress support to collapse, posing a fall and injury hazard to users.

Incidents and injuries

The firm has received seven reports of the bed rail cracking or splitting. In one reported incident, a child sustained lacerations to his head when the side rail split as he climbed down the ladder.

Official remedy

Consumers should immediately contact PBteen to schedule installation of a free replacement side rail support bracket.

Remedy type: Replace

Product and sales details

Brand
PBteen
Product type
Beds
Recall number
11-703
Units
About 5,900
Manufactured in
Vietnam
Sold at / sales period
PBteen stores in Georgia, New York and Illinois and online at www.pbteen.com for about $1,800. The recalled loft beds were delivered to consumers from January 2008 through July 2010.
Importer
PBteen a division of Williams-Sonoma Inc., of San Francisco, Calif.

PBteen Sleep and Study Loft Beds

CPSC product type: Beds and Bedframes

Recall contact information

For additional information, contact PBteen toll-free at (877) 494-9822 between 7 a.m. and midnight ET or visit the firm's website at www.pbteen.com

Verify phone numbers, hours, and websites on the current CPSC notice before contacting the firm.

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