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HighCPSC·19759·Announced 2019-07-10

Office Depot Recalls Realspace Magellan Desks Due To Shock Hazard

Office Depot is recalling about 19,000 Realspace Magellan Performance Electric Height-Adjustable Desks because a control box issue creates a shock hazard.

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 shock hazard, which is a risk-of-harm product where injury has not yet been reported, fitting the criteria for a High severity score.

Plain-English summary

Office Depot, Inc. is recalling approximately 19,000 Realspace Magellan Performance Electric Height-Adjustable Desks. The recalled desks were sold in espresso or cherry colors and are identified by SKU number 358370 (espresso) or 216230 (cherry) on a label located underneath the desk top. The desk's control box is located under the desk on the right side and controls the desk's upward and downward movements.

The recall is due to an electrical issue in the control box resulting in reverse polarity, which could pose a shock hazard. No injuries have been reported.

The desks were sold at Office Depot stores in the United States and Puerto Rico and online at officedepot.com from April 1, 2017 through February 22, 2019, for about $500. Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled desks and contact Office Depot to receive a free replacement control box with installation instructions. Office Depot is notifying purchasers directly.

The recalled product

Product
Realspace® Magellan Performance Electric Height-Adjustable Desks
Manufacturer
Office Depot, Inc., of Boca Raton, Fla.
Category
Consumer Product — Furniture
Hazard
Affected units
19,000

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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