The Recall Desk
HighCPSC·21011·Announced 2020-10-21

CB2 Recalls Trace Bookcases Due to Risk of Collapse and Injury

CB2 is recalling Trace bookcases because the frame can collapse when fully loaded, posing an injury hazard. Consumers should stop using the units and contact CB2 for a replacement or refund.

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 (structural collapse) where injury has not yet been reported, which aligns with the 'High' severity criteria in the rubric.

Plain-English summary

CB2 is recalling approximately 400 Trace bookcases, including the Trace Brass Bookcase (SKU 338-925) and the Trace Black Bookcase (SKU 603-232). The bookcases measure 62 inches tall by 34 inches wide and feature a brushed oak veneer or black frame with two wire mesh doors and four shelves. The recall was initiated because the bookcase frame can collapse when fully loaded, which poses an injury hazard to consumers.

CB2 has received 11 reports of the bookcases collapsing when loaded, but no injuries have been reported. The affected units were sold at CB2 stores nationwide and online at www.CB2.com from June 2019 through July 2020 for the Trace Brass model, and during July 2020 for the Trace Black model. The bookcases were sold for about $1,400. An additional seven units were sold in Canada.

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled bookcases and contact CB2 for instructions on how to receive a free replacement bookcase or a full refund. CB2 can be reached at 800-451-8217 from 8 a.m. to 7 p.m. CT Monday through Friday, and 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. CT Saturday and Sunday, or online at www.cb2.com by clicking on “Recalls” located at the bottom of the page.

The recalled product

Product
Trace bookcases
Manufacturer
CB2, of Northbrook, Ill.
Category
Consumer Product — Furniture
Hazard
Affected units
400

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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