Sauder Monarch Computer Armoires Recalled Due to Falling Door Hazard

Plain-English summary

Sauder Woodworking Co. of Archbold, Ohio, is recalling approximately 212,400 Monarch Computer Armoires. The recall involves models 2549, 2649, 2749, 8449, and 9649 in various finishes. These armoires measure about 41.5 inches wide, 23 inches deep, and 73 inches high with the doors closed. The "Sauder" imprint is located on two metal strike plates in the corners of the upper doors, and the model number is on a sticker or in the assembly instruction book.

The recall is being issued because the upper doors or upper door components can fall off, causing injury to nearby consumers. Sauder Woodworking has received 143 reports of an upper door or its components falling off, resulting in 17 injuries, including a broken toe, cuts, scratches, and bruises.

These computer armoires were sold at department, office, and furniture stores nationwide from July 1997 through December 1999 for about $450. Consumers should stop using the computer armoire immediately and call Sauder toll-free at (888) 800-6315 to order a free repair kit. The repair kit includes safety brackets for installation on both doors and installation instructions.

The recalled product

Product

Monarch Computer Armoires

Manufacturer

Sauder Woodworking Co., of Archbold, Ohio

Category

Consumer Product — Furniture

Hazard

• falling-object
• impact-injury

Affected units

212,400

Distribution

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