CONSUMER SAFETY ALERT

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Official Consumer Product Safety Recall • September 28, 2004

CPSC, Sauder Woodworking Co. Announce Recall of TV/VCR Carts Firms agree to stop importation until hazard is eliminated

The recalled TV/VCR carts are white, light brown and light reddish brown; have decorative hardware and trim; and are about 29 inches wide, 17 inches deep, and 25 inches high. The carts are equipped with a top shelf for a television 20 inches or smaller and a middle shelf for a VCR and a lower storage area. The recalled carts include models 3355, 6355, 7755, 9855 and 9755, which can be found on the instruction book that came with the cart.

Required Consumer Action

Consumers should stop using the TV/VCR carts immediately and do the following: Remove the television and all contents. Turn the cart over and remove the four casters from the bottom of the cart. This will bring the tip-stability of the cart into compliance with the latest industry standards. Contact Sauder Woodworking Co. to receive a free retrofit kit and safe use information. When updated, this cart will be suitable for use with TVs weighing 50 pounds or less. This includes most TVs that are 20 inches or smaller.

Contact Information

Consumers should contact Sauder Woodworking Co. toll-free at (888) 800-6315 between 8:30 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. EST Monday through Friday, or visit the company's website at www.sauder.com to receive a free repair kit.

Recall Details

Sold At
Department, discount and home electronic stores nationwide sold the 3355, 6355 and 7755 models, from October 1991 through May 1999, for between $80 and $100. The 9855 and 9755 models were sold exclusively at Target stores.
Injuries
Sauder Woodworking received one report of a cart tipping over, though no injuries have been reported.
Manufacturer
Sauder Woodworking
Recall Number
04224

Product Information

Product Name
Sauder Woodworking TV (television)/VCR carts
Product Type
Television Carts/Stands/Entertainment Centers
Manufacturer Name
Sauder Woodworking
Manufactured In
United States

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Contact Manufacturer

Use the contact information below to reach out about this recall:

Phone (888) 800-6315
Website www.sauder.com
Full Contact Information

Consumers should contact Sauder Woodworking Co. toll-free at (888) 800-6315 between 8:30 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. EST Monday through Friday, or visit the company's website at www.sauder.com, to receive a free repair kit.