Prepac Recalls 4-Drawer Chests Due to Tip-Over and Entrapment Hazards. In-Home Remedy May Be Delayed Due to COVID-19 Restrictions; Keep Product Away from Children

May 6, 2020 by Marianne Halterman | 0 comments

Recall Date: May 6, 2020

Recall Number: 20-117

Recall Summary

Name of Product: Prepac 4-drawer chests

Hazard: 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.

Remedy: Repair. 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.

Consumer Contact: 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.

Pictures available here: https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2020/Prepac-Recalls-4-Drawer-Chests-Due-to-Tip-Over-and-Entrapment-Hazards-In-Home-Remedy-May-Be-Delayed-Due-to-COVID-19-Restrictions-Keep-Product-Away-from-Children

Recall Details

Units: About 21,000

Description: 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