CONSUMER SAFETY ALERT
The bunk beds have openings between the guardrails and in the end structures that are too large. A child's body could slide between the openings and could become trapped by the head, posing a serious strangulation hazard.
CPSC, Merit Furniture Distributors Announce Recall of Bunk Beds
The "twin over twin" bunk beds involve model #DLM550, #DLM160, and #860. The wooden recalled bunk beds are labeled with the "Merit" name and specific model numbers on the top front railing system of the bunk beds.
Required Consumer Action
Consumers should contact Merit for information on how to return their bunk bed and receive a full refund.
Contact Information
Call Merit at (800) 233-7178 between 8 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. PT Monday through Friday.
Recall Details
Sold At
Furniture stores nationwide sold the bunk beds, from May 2002 through August 2003, for about $150.
Injuries
Merit has not received any reports of incidents. This recall is being conducted to prevent the possibility of injuries.
Recall Number
04034
Product Information
Product Name
Merit Bunk Beds
Product Type
Bunk Beds
Number of Units
524
Imported By
Merit Furniture Distributors, Inc., Brooklyn, NY
Manufactured In
Brazil