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 date stamp appears on a label attached to either the headboard or the underside of the bed.
Which products are included?
These recalled IKEA junior beds include the KRITTER and SNIGLAR models with a guard rail on one side. The pine wood KRITTER beds have animal cut-outs, such as a dog and cat on the headboard and a date stamp of 1114 to 1322 representing the year and week of production (YYWW). The SNIGLAR natural beech wood beds have a white painted fiberboard insert on the headboard and footboard of the bed and a date stamp of 1114 to 1318. The beds measure about 65 inches long by 30 inches wide with a 22 to 26 inch high headboard. The date stamp appears on a label attached to either the headboard or the underside of the bed. Model numbers included in the recall are 600.904.70 for the KRITTER and 500.871.66 for the SNIGLAR, supplier number 15361 (KRITTER) and 19740 or 18157 (SNIGLAR) printed on the same label as the date stamp.
Confirm these details on the official CPSC noticeWhy it was recalled
The metal rod connecting the guard rail to the bed frame can break in use, posing a laceration hazard.
Incidents and injuries
There has been one report in the U.S. and one report in Canada of the metal rod on the beds breaking. No injuries have been reported.
Official remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled KRITTER and SNIGLAR junior beds and contact IKEA to receive a free repair kit.
Product and sales details
- Brand
- IKEA
- Product type
- Beds
- Recall number
- 13-266
- Units
- About 22,000 in U.S. and 18,000 in Canada
- Manufactured in
- Poland, Bosnia Herzegovina, Romania
- Sold at / sales period
- IKEA stores nationwide and online at www.ikea-usa.com from July 2005 through May 2013 for between $60 and $90.
- Importer
- IKEA North America Services LLC, of Conshohocken, Pa.
KRITTER and SNIGLAR Junior Beds
CPSC product type: Beds and Bedframes
Recall contact information
IKEA toll-free at (888) 966-4532 anytime or online at www.ikea-usa.com and click on the recall link on the top of the page for more information.
Verify phone numbers, hours, and websites on the current CPSC notice before contacting the firm.