Home Meridian Recalls Three-Drawer Chests Due to Tip-Over and Entrapment Hazards

Mid-Century three-drawer chests

Date of Recall

2019-09-24

CPSC Release Number

19-209

Manufactured In

Vietnam

Units

About 640

Importer

Home Meridian International, of High Point, N.C.

Sold By

Nebraska Furniture Mart stores in Nebraska, Kansas, and Texas, and online at Wayfair.com, Amazon.com, BedBathandBeyond.com, and other online retailers from March 2017 through June 2019 for about $250.

Problem/Hazard

The recalled chests are unstable if they are not anchored to the wall, posing serious tip-over and entrapment hazards that can result in death or injuries to children.  The chests do not comply with the performance requirements of the U.S. voluntary industry standard (ASTM F2057-17).

Injuries/Incidents

None reported

Description

This recall involves Mid-Century three-drawer accent chests in a brown finish (model DS-D146-002) or white finish (model DS-D146-005). The model number can be found on a label on the back of the recalled chests. The Mid-Century modern style chests have three drawers with six copper-colored drawer pulls. The chests measure 32-inches high, 32-inches wide, 16-inches deep and weigh about 75 pounds.

Remedy

Refund

Consumer Contact

Home Meridian at 800-819-4796 from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or online at www.homemeridian.com and click on "Recall Information" for more information.

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