TJX Recalls Bookcases Due to Tip-Over and Entrapment Hazards; Imported by Furniture Source International; Sold at HomeGoods

Aderes bookcases

Date of Recall

2023-02-23

CPSC Release Number

23-135

Manufactured In

Mexico

Units

About 73

Importer

Furniture Source International, of College Station, Texas

Sold By

HomeGoods and HomeGoods/Marshalls or T.J. Maxx combination stores nationwide from October 2021 through March 2022 for about $800.

Problem/Hazard

The recalled bookcases are unstable and can tip over if not anchored to the wall, posing tip-over and entrapment hazards that can result in death or injuries to children.

Injuries/Incidents

TJX has received two reports of bookcases that were unstable and began to tip forward. No injuries have been reported.

Description

This recall involves all Aderes bookcases. The bell-shaped bookcases have a natural finish, measure 44" x 18" x 86" and have two glass cabinet doors and six drawers. The bookcase sits on top of four legs that are affixed to two boards that are screwed into the bottom of the bookcase with eight screws on each side. The bookcases were sold with a furniture tip restraint kit. The bookcase was sold as a display cabinet and one of the following style numbers is printed on a hangtag attached to the product: 081774, 098627, and 094831.

Remedy

Refund

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