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CPSCCPSC · Consumer products·Recall number 02543

Toy Boxes

Published May 31, 2002

Summary

CPSC records recall 02543, published May 31, 2002. Recalling firm: Southern Wood Products, of Sparta, Tenn.; Reported units: About 600.

What's the hazard

The middle lid support hinge can collapse suddenly and cause an injury to a child's head, neck, fingers, or hands; or can become an entrapment hazard to young children.

What to do

Consumers who purchased the toy box should stop using the toy box immediately and contact Southern Wood Products to receive a free replacement hinge. Purchasers were sent direct mail notification of this recall.

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Recall details

Brand
Southern Wood Products, of Sparta, Tenn.
Manufacturer
Southern Wood Products, of Sparta, Tenn.
Distributor
JC Penney sold the toy box through its catalogue from Feb 2002 until March 2002.
Country
US

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Questions about this recall

Was Toy Boxes recalled?

Yes. CPSC published recall 02543 on May 31, 2002. Reported hazard: The middle lid support hinge can collapse suddenly and cause an injury to a child's head, neck, fingers, or hands; or can become an entrapment hazard to young children.

What should I do if I have this product?

Consumers who purchased the toy box should stop using the toy box immediately and contact Southern Wood Products to receive a free replacement hinge. Purchasers were sent direct mail notification of this recall.

How do I know if my unit is part of the recall?

Compare your product details with the notice. Brand: Southern Wood Products, of Sparta, Tenn..

View official CPSC notice(opens on cpsc.gov)