The Recall Desk
HighCPSC·17173·Announced 2017-06-07

Madison Mill Recalls Foldaway Safety Gates Due to Entrapment Hazards

Madison Mill is recalling foldaway expandable safety gates because a child's neck can fit into the top opening, posing strangulation risks.

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/entrapment) where injury has not yet been reported, which aligns with the High severity criteria.

Plain-English summary

Madison Mill Inc. is recalling approximately 25,180 foldaway expandable safety gates in the United States. The recall involves Madison Mill 23 and 25 foldaway expandable safety gates, which are made of hardwood and used to secure children or small pets in certain areas of the home. The Madison Mill 23 gate extends to three feet, while the Madison Mill 25 gate extends to five feet. The model and item number can be found on the original packaging.

The recall was issued because a young child's neck can fit into the "V" shaped opening along the top edge of the gate, posing entrapment and strangulation hazards. Additionally, young children can pass under the gate, allowing access to restricted areas such as stairs. No injuries have been reported in connection with this recall.

The gates were sold at Do It Best stores and other independent hardware stores nationwide from January 2013 through May 2017 for between $20 and $35. Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled gates and contact Madison Mill for instructions on receiving a full refund. Additional information is available by calling Madison Mill at 877-220-4705 from 7:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. CT Monday through Friday, emailing [email protected], or visiting www.madisonmill.com and clicking on "Product Recalls."

The recalled product

Product
Foldaway expandable safety gates
Manufacturer
Madison Mill Inc., of Ashland City, Tenn.
Category
Consumer Product — Safety Gates
Hazard
Affected units
25,180

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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