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Recalled Prepac 4-drawer chests in black, oak and white finishes
The recalled chests are unstable and can tip over if not anchored to the wall, posing serious tip-over and entrapment hazards that can result in death or injuries to children.
Prepac Manufacturing toll-free at 877-773-7221 from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. PT Monday through Friday or online at www.prepacmfg.com and click on “Recall Information” for more information.
Recall Details
This recall includes Prepac 4-drawer chests with plastic drawer glides. The recalled chests were sold in three finishes, black, oak and white. The following model numbers are included in the recall and are printed on the instruction manual:
| Model | Dimensions | Finish |
| BEP-3031-4 | 29-3/4”H x 30”W x 16”D | Black |
| BBD-3031-4 | 29-3/4”H x 30”W x 16”D | Black |
| OBD-3031-4 | 29-3/4”H x 30”W x 16”D | Oak |
| WHD-3031-4 | 29-3/4”H x 30”W x 16”D | White |
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled chests if not properly anchored to the wall and place them in an area that children cannot access. Contact Prepac to receive a free tipover restraint kit and consumers can request a one-time, free in-home installation of the wall anchor strap.
None reported
Related Recalls
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The space between the fourth ladder step and the cross-member of the hutch of the bunk bed is wider than 3.5 inches, posing entrapment and strangulation hazards.
The wall beds can break or detach from the wall and fall onto those nearby, posing serious impact and crush hazards.
The hanging chair can tip or fall over or the metal hook or chain suspending the chair can break when a consumer is seated in the chair, posing a fall hazard.
The recalled chests are unstable if they are not anchored to the wall, posing tip-over and entrapment hazards that can result in death or serious injuries to consumers.
Improper insertion of the pins provided for assembly can cause the chair’s legs to collapse, posing an injury hazard to the user.
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