Recall #13-106 · Published January 30, 2013

Million Dollar Baby Dressers

Million Dollar Baby Dressers Recalled by Bexco Due to Tip-Over Hazards; Two Toddler Deaths Reported

CPSC published a recall notice for Million Dollar Baby Dressers from Bexco Enterprises Inc., dba Million Dollar Baby 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 keep the dresser out of a child's reach. Consumers can contact Million Dollar Baby to receive a free retrofit kit that contains a wall anchor strap, which attaches to the dresser and wall to help prevent the dresser from tipping. The kits can be ordered by visiting the firm's website at www.themdbfamily.com/safety2 and click on Safety HQ or call toll-free at (888) 673-6652 between 8:30 a.m. and 5 p.m. PT Monday through Friday.

Cherry Finish
Cherry Finish
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.

Affected model numbers

Additional identifying details

The model number, "Million Dollar Baby" and "MADE IN TAIWAN" are printed on a label located on the back of the dresser.

Which products are included?

This voluntary recall involves "Emily" style four-drawer dressers with model numbers M4712, M4722, M4732 and M4742 and similar "Ryan" dressers with the model M4733. The dressers were sold in five finishes: Cherry, Ebony, Espresso, Honey Oak and White. The model number, "Million Dollar Baby" and "MADE IN TAIWAN" are printed on a label located on the back of the dresser. The recalled dresser measures 33 inches high by 20 inches deep by 40 inches wide and is a part of the DaVinci children's bedroom furniture collection. The dressers are made from pine and wood composite.

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 Million Dollar Baby have received two reports of deaths associated with these dressers. An 11-month-old boy from Tulsa, Okla. and a 20-month-old girl from Camarillo, Calif. were reported to have suffocated when their dressers tipped over, entrapping them between the dresser and the floor. The cause of the deaths has not been determined.

Official remedy

Consumers should immediately stop using and keep the dresser out of a child's reach. Consumers can contact Million Dollar Baby to receive a free retrofit kit that contains a wall anchor strap, which attaches to the dresser and wall to help prevent the dresser from tipping. The kits can be ordered by visiting the firm's website at www.themdbfamily.com/safety2 and click on Safety HQ or call toll-free at (888) 673-6652 between 8:30 a.m. and 5 p.m. PT Monday through Friday.

Remedy type: Repair

Product and sales details

Brand
Bexco Enterprises Inc., dba Million Dollar Baby
Product type
Dressers
Recall number
13-106
Units
18000
Manufactured in
Taiwan, United States
Sold at / sales period
JCPenney and independent juvenile specialty stores nationwide and online at Amazon.com, BabiesRUs.com, BabyUniverse.com and other online retailers from January 2006 through June 2010 for between $230 and $300.
Importer
Bexco Enterprises Inc., dba Million Dollar Baby of Montebello, Calif.

Million Dollar Baby Dressers

CPSC product type: Dressers, Desks, Chests and Buffets

Recall contact information

Visit the firm's website at www.themdbfamily.com/safe and click on Safety HQ or call toll-free at (888) 673-6488 between 8:30 a.m. and 5 p.m. PT Monday through Friday

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

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