Recall #13-105 · Published January 30, 2013

Gemme Juvenile Natart Chelsea Dressers

Natart Chelsea Dressers Recalled By Gemme Juvenile To Reduce Tip-Over Hazard; Death of Toddler Reported

CPSC published a recall notice for Natart Chelsea Dressers from Gemme Juvenile on January 30, 2013. CPSC identifies this hazard: If a young child climbs up open dresser drawers, the dresser can tip over and pose the risk of entrapment. The official remedy states: Consumers should immediately stop using and place the dresser out of a child's reach. Free retrofit kits that contain wall anchor straps are being offered to consumers to help prevent the dresser from tipping. The kits can be ordered by visiting www.chelseawallanchor.com, www.NatartJuvenile.com, emailing the firm at safety@chelseawallanchor.com or calling (819) 364-6039, extension 224, between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET, Monday through Friday.

Natart Chelsea Dressers
Natart Chelsea Dressers
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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.

Additional identifying details

This recall involves the Chelsea three-drawer windowed dresser bearing model number 3033.

Which products are included?

This recall involves the Chelsea three-drawer windowed dresser bearing model number 3033. The dressers were sold in five finishes Cappuccino, Cappuccino with a brown top, Ebony, Ebony with a brown top, and Antique or French White. A sticker with the word "Natart" and the firm's logo is affixed to the inside of the top drawer. In addition, most dressers will have the model number, "Natart Juvenile," "Made in Canada" and "Chelsea 3 Drawer Dresser" printed on another label located on the back of the dresser. The recalled dresser measures 35-inches high by 21- inches deep by 39- inches wide and is part of the Chelsea children's bedroom furniture collection. The dresser is composed of engineered wood, solid wood and wood veneers. The top drawer has two clear plastic windows in front.

Confirm these details on the official CPSC notice

Why it was recalled

If a young child climbs up open dresser drawers, the dresser can tip over and pose the risk of entrapment.

Incidents and injuries

CPSC and the Company have received a report of a two-year-old boy from Barrington, Ill. who reportedly suffocated when he climbed on or up an open lower drawer into the second dresser drawer, causing the dresser to fall and entrap him between the unit and the floor.

Official remedy

Consumers should immediately stop using and place the dresser out of a child's reach. Free retrofit kits that contain wall anchor straps are being offered to consumers to help prevent the dresser from tipping. The kits can be ordered by visiting www.chelseawallanchor.com, www.NatartJuvenile.com, emailing the firm at safety@chelseawallanchor.com or calling (819) 364-6039, extension 224, between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET, Monday through Friday.

Remedy type: Repair

Product and sales details

Brand
Gemme Juvenile
Manufacturer
Gemme Juvenile Inc., of Princeville, Quebec, Canada
Product type
Dressers
Recall number
13-105
Units
About 300
Manufactured in
Canada
Sold at / sales period
Furniture Kidz and other independent juvenile specialty stores and at Baby.com from January 2005 to December 2010 for between $600 and $900

Natart Chelsea Dressers

CPSC product type: Dressers, Desks, Chests and Buffets

Recall contact information

Gemme Juvenile at (819) 364 6039, extension 224, between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday or visit the firm's website at www.chelseawallanchor.com to receive the free wall anchor kit.

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

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