Recall #17-730 · Published January 31, 2017

Simpli Home Chest of drawers

Simpli Home Recalls Chests of Drawers Due to Serious Tip-Over Hazard (Recall Alert)

CPSC published a recall notice for Chest of drawers from Simpli Home on January 31, 2017. CPSC identifies this hazard: The recalled chests are unstable if they are not anchored to the wall, posing a serious tip-over and entrapment hazard that can result in death or injuries to children. The chests do not comply with the performance requirements of the U.S. voluntary industry standard (ASTM F2057-14). The official remedy states: Consumers should immediately stop using any recalled chest that is not properly anchored to the wall and place into an area that children cannot access. Contact Simpli Home for a choice between two options: full refund or a free tip-over restraint kit with a $100 credit towards an in-home installation of the device (with proof of service). Simpli Home is contacting consumers who purchased the recalled chests directly.

Artisan Bedroom Chest of Drawers
Artisan Bedroom Chest of Drawers
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 Artisan, Bellevue, Holden and Stratford style six-drawer bedroom chests of drawers. The pine wood chests are stained medium auburn brown, weigh 77 pounds and measure 36 inches high by 36 inches wide. Warning labels can be found on the back of the chests, near the top of the unit.

Confirm these details on the official CPSC notice

Why it was recalled

The recalled chests are unstable if they are not anchored to the wall, posing a serious tip-over and entrapment hazard that can result in death or injuries to children. The chests do not comply with the performance requirements of the U.S. voluntary industry standard (ASTM F2057-14).

Incidents and injuries

None reported

Official remedy

Consumers should immediately stop using any recalled chest that is not properly anchored to the wall and place into an area that children cannot access. Contact Simpli Home for a choice between two options: full refund or a free tip-over restraint kit with a $100 credit towards an in-home installation of the device (with proof of service). Simpli Home is contacting consumers who purchased the recalled chests directly.

Remedy type: Refund, Repair

Product and sales details

Brand
Simpli Home
Product type
Dressers
Recall number
17-730
Units
About 240 units
Manufactured in
Vietnam
Sold at / sales period
Amazon.com, Macys.com, Overstock.com and other online retailers from November 2015 through September 2016 for between $500 and $700.
Importer
Simpli Home Ltd., of Olympia, Wash.

Recall contact information

Simpli Home toll-free at 866-518-0120 from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, by email at customerservice@axcess-world.com, or online at www.simpli-home.com and click on the “Customer Support” for more information.

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

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