Recall #20-721 · Published March 12, 2020

Homestar North America Finch three-drawer dressers

Homestar Recalls Dressers Due to Tip-Over and Entrapment Hazards (Recall Alert)

CPSC published a recall notice for Finch three-drawer dressers from Homestar North America on March 12, 2020. CPSC identifies this hazard: The recalled dressers are unstable if they are not anchored to the wall, posing serious tip-over and entrapment hazards that can result in death or injuries to children. The official remedy states: Consumers should immediately stop using any recalled dressers that are not properly anchored to the wall and place them in an area that children cannot access. Contact Homestar to receive a free tip-over restraint kit and a one-time free in-home installation of the kit. Homestar is contacting all known purchasers directly.

Recalled Homestar Finch three-drawer dresser –torino walnut
Recalled Homestar Finch three-drawer dresser –torino walnut
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.

Additional identifying details

Homestar North America and the model number are printed on a label on the back of the recalled dressers.

Which products are included?

This recall involves Homestar Finch three-drawer dressers in maple/bank adler (EB10873BA), black (EB108738Q), torino walnut (EB108738TW) and white (EB108738W), sold alone or as part of a matching bedroom collection. Homestar North America and the model number are printed on a label on the back of the recalled dressers. The contemporary style dressers have three drawers with three brushed nickel finish metal handles. The dressers measure 28-inches high, 27.5-inches wide, 16-inches deep and weigh about 47 pounds.

Confirm these details on the official CPSC notice

Why it was recalled

The recalled dressers are unstable if they are not anchored to the wall, posing serious tip-over and entrapment hazards that can result in death or injuries to children.

Incidents and injuries

None reported.

Official remedy

Consumers should immediately stop using any recalled dressers that are not properly anchored to the wall and place them in an area that children cannot access. Contact Homestar to receive a free tip-over restraint kit and a one-time free in-home installation of the kit. Homestar is contacting all known purchasers directly.

Remedy type: Repair

Product and sales details

Brand
Homestar North America
Manufacturer
Homestar North America, of Dallas, Texas
Product type
Dressers
Recall number
20-721
Units
About 33,300
Manufactured in
United States
Sold at / sales period
Online on Amazon.com, Hayneedle.com, Overstock.com, Walmart.com and other online retailers from January 2016 through May 2019 for about $90.

Recall contact information

Homestar toll-free at 877-353-5999 from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, email at CPSCanti-tip@homestarltd.com or online at www.homestar-finch-recall.com or www.homestarltd.com and click on Recall Information at the bottom of the Home Page.

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

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