Madison Mill Recalls Safety Gates Due to Entrapment and Strangulation Hazards

Foldaway expandable safety gates

Date of Recall
2017-06-07

CPSC Release Number
17-173

Manufactured In
United States

Units
About 25,180 (In addition about 68,400 were sold in Canada)

Sold By
Do It Best stores and other independent hardware stores nationwide from January 2013 through May 2017 for between $20 and $35.  

Problem/Hazard
A young child's neck can fit into the "V" shaped opening along the top edge of the gate, posing entrapment and strangulation hazards to young children. Also, young children can pass under the gate allowing access to restricted areas, such as stairs.

Injuries/Incidents
None reported

Description

This recall involves Madison Mill 23 and 25 foldaway expandable safety gates. Item number 23 extends to three feet and item number 25 extends to five feet. The expandable gates are made of hardwood and are used to secure children or small pets in certain areas of the home. The model and item number can be found on the original packaging.

Model

Item number

Dimensions

Madison Mill 23 Foldaway Gate

23

Extends to 3 ft. (36 inches)

Madison Mill 25 Foldaway Gate

25

Extends to 5 ft. (60 inches)

Remedy
Refund

Consumer Contact
Madison Mill at 877-220-4705 from 7:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. CT Monday through Friday, email at [email protected] or online at www.madison mill.com and click on "Product Recalls" for more information.

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