The Recall Desk
HighCPSC·04135·Announced 2004-05-13

Coaster Recalls Metal Bunk Beds Due to Strangulation Hazard

Coaster Co. of America is recalling 22,000 metal bunk beds because a gap in the ladder allows a child's body to slip through, posing a strangulation risk.

What this means for you

Real risk of harm even if no illness or injury has been reported yet. Stop using the product and follow the agency's guidance.

Our severity reasoning: The recall involves a risk-of-harm product (strangulation) where injury has not yet been reported, which aligns with the 'High' severity criteria in the rubric.

Plain-English summary

Coaster Co. of America is recalling approximately 22,000 metal Twin/Twin and Twin/Full bunk beds. The recall involves models 2008, 2056, 2256, and 2258, which were sold in blue, black, red, yellow, or white enamel finishes. A Coaster Company of America label is located on the bed frame of the top bunk.

The hazard exists because a gap between the step of the built-in ladder and the top bunk allows enough room for a child's body to slip through, but not for the child's head to pass through. This creates a serious strangulation risk, as federal standards for bunk beds are designed to protect children against entrapment and strangulation. No injuries have been reported.

The bunk beds were sold at furniture stores nationwide from June 2000 through February 2004 for between $150 and $250. Consumers should stop using the bunk beds immediately and call Coaster of America toll-free at (800) 282-9362 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. PT Monday through Friday to obtain a free repair kit.

The recalled product

Product
Metal Twin/Twin and Twin/Full Bunk Beds
Manufacturer
Coaster Co. of America, Santa Fe Springs, Calif.
Category
Consumer Product — Furniture
Hazard
Affected units
22,000

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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