Recall #21-009 · Published October 21, 2020

Danish Tall Bookcases

Crate and Barrel Recalls Danish Tall Bookcases Due to Risk of Collapse; Injury Hazard to Consumers

CPSC published a recall notice for Danish Tall Bookcases from Euromarket Designs Inc., d/b/a Crate and Barrel on October 21, 2020. CPSC identifies this hazard: The bookcase can collapse when fully loaded, posing an injury hazard. The official remedy states: Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled bookcase and contact Crate and Barrel to receive a full refund.

Recalled Danish White and Natural Tall Bookcase (SKU 325982)
Recalled Danish White and Natural Tall Bookcase (SKU 325982)
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

There is a label underneath the bottom shelf with Crate and Barrel, the SKU number and the name of the product.

Which products are included?

This recall involves Crate and Barrel Danish White and Natural Tall Bookcases (SKU 325982) and Danish Walnut and White Tall Bookcases (SKU 325943). The bookcases have four shelves and measure 60 inches tall by 32 inches wide. The bookcase has a two-tone white and wood finish. There is a label underneath the bottom shelf with Crate and Barrel, the SKU number and the name of the product.

Confirm these details on the official CPSC notice

Why it was recalled

The bookcase can collapse when fully loaded, posing an injury hazard.

Incidents and injuries

Crate and Barrel has received five reports of the bookcase's leg breaking. No injuries have been reported.

Official remedy

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled bookcase and contact Crate and Barrel to receive a full refund.

Remedy type: Refund

Product and sales details

Product type
Bookcases
Recall number
21-009
Units
About 2,100
Manufactured in
China
Sold at / sales period
Crate and Barrel stores nationwide and online at www.crateandbarrel.com from June 2017 through January 2020 for about $300.
Importer
Euromarket Designs Inc., d/b/a Crate and Barrel, of Northbrook, Ill.

Recall contact information

Crate and Barrel at 800-451-8217 from 8 a.m. to 7 p.m. CT Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. CT Saturday and Sunday or online at www.crateandbarrel.com and click on “Recalls” located at the bottom of the page for more information.

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

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