CPSC recall 16-767, announced August 16, 2016, covers Sauder Woodworking Four-drawer chests (about 8,000 units). The recalled chests are unstable unless they are properly anchored to the wall, posing a serious tip-over and entrapment hazard that could result in death or serious injuries to children. The notice reports no incidents. Consumers should immediately stop using any recalled chests that are not properly anchored to the wall and place them in an area that children cannot access. Recall contact: call 800-523-3987, or go to www.sauder.com.
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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.
A label with the date code in the MM/YYYY format is located on the back of the unit.
Which products are included?
This recall involves four-drawer wooden chests sold under the Storybook brand (model 416407). The white laminated chests have a single white wood pull on each drawer. The chests were manufactured between April 2016 and June 2016. A label with the date code in the MM/YYYY format is located on the back of the unit. The chests measure 42.13 inches high by 29.25 inches wide and 16.25 inches deep. Date code 04/2016 05/2016 06/2016
Confirm these details on the official CPSC noticeWhat to look for
- Also in the notice
- Date codes. Compare these as well.
- Where to look
the back of the unit
(the notice’s words)- When sold
- April 2016 through June 2016
- Where sold
- Walmart, among the sellers the notice names
- Price paid
- $100
Why it was recalled
The recalled chests are unstable unless they are properly anchored to the wall, posing a serious tip-over and entrapment hazard that could result in death or serious injuries to children. Due to a manufacturing problem, these chests do not comply with the voluntary safety standard (ASTM F2057-14).
Incidents and injuries
None reported
Official remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using any recalled chests that are not properly anchored to the wall and place them in an area that children cannot access. Sauder Woodworking is contacting all known purchasers directly and sending free repair kits and wall anchoring kits. If a consumer is unable or unwilling to attach the repair kit, they should contact Sauder Woodworking for a full refund. Consumers who request a refund will be provided instructions by Sauder on how to properly dispose of the chests. CPSC strongly recommends that all dressers be anchored to the wall. For more information on our Anchor It campaign, please visit http://www.anchorit.gov/
What to do now
- Check the product. This notice lists no model numbers. Compare yours with the description and photos in the official notice.
- Stop using it. The notice says to stop using recalled units immediately.
- Contact the firm. Call 800-523-3987, or go to www.sauder.com.
- Get the remedy. This recall offers a refund or a repair. The notice says the remedy is free. It also says the firm is contacting known buyers directly.
- Read the official notice. The CPSC notice is the final word on which units are included and what to do.
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Product and sales details
- Brand
- Sauder Woodworking
- Product type
- Dressers
- Recall number
- 16-767
- Units
- About 8,000
- Manufactured in
- United States
- Sold at / sales period
- Online at www.walmart.com from April 2016 through June 2016 for about $100.
- Distributor
- Sauder Woodworking Co., of Archbold, Ohio
Four-drawer chests
CPSC product type: Dressers, Desks, Chests and Buffets
This recall in context
Compared with the 93 dresser recalls in this index, as of October 31, 2026.
- Size
- 8,000 units: the 29th-largest of 89 dresser recalls that state a unit count. The median is 3,000 units.
- Hazard
- Entrapment: named in 88 of 93 dresser recalls, the most common hazard among them.
- Remedy
- Refund: offered in 73 of 93 dresser recalls, the most common remedy. Repair: offered in 26 of 93 dresser recalls.
- Brand history
- Sauder Woodworking is named in 10 CPSC notices in this index, from 1999 to 2025. This recall is the 8th. The one before: Sauder Woodworking Gruga Office Chairs (13-030, Nov 2012). 2 of them are dresser recalls.
- Time on sale
- 3 months. Recalled 2 months after the last month of sales the notice gives.
Recall contact information
Sauder Woodworking at 800-523-3987 from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday or online at www.sauder.com and click on "Public Notices" at the bottom of the page for more information.
Verify phone numbers, hours, and websites on the current CPSC notice before contacting the firm.
Know someone who has one?
Recalls only work when owners hear about them. Send this notice to family or friends who might own the same product.
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