CONSUMER SAFETY ALERT
The entertainment centers can collapse if the back panel is not secure, posing a risk of death or serious injury to consumers.
Child’s Death Leads to Recall of Entertainment Centers by Ameriwood; Units Can Collapse
The recalled entertainment centers are black with two lower miter-framed doors, two glass doors at the top, and CD storage racks. They measure about 54 inches wide, 71 inches high, and 20 inches deep. They were sold under the Ridgewood/Charleswood brand name. Model number 93956 is printed on the instruction manual.
Required Consumer Action
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled entertainment centers and contact Ameriwood to receive a free support panel repair kit.
Contact Information
For additional information, contact Ameriwood toll-free at (877) 732-8252 between 8 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. CT Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's Web site at www.ameriwood.com
Recall Details
Sold At
Mass merchandisers nationwide, including K-Mart stores, from June 2000 through May 2005 for about $200.
Injuries
The firm has received a report of a fatality when the entertainment center collapsed on a 19-month-old child. The firm has received three other reports of minor injuries involving the entertainment center.
Manufacturer
Ameriwood Industries Inc., of Tiffin, Ohio
Recall Number
08114
Product Information
Product Name
Entertainment Centers
Product Type
Television Carts/Stands/Entertainment Centers
Number of Units
About 138,000
Manufacturer Name
Ameriwood Industries Inc., of Tiffin, Ohio
Manufactured In
United States