Sauder Woodworking Recalls TV Stands Due to TV Tip-over Hazard
Recall 08525 · Dec 11, 2007 · Sauder Woodworking
30
units affected
30
units affected
Facts
- Recall number
- 08525
- Date
- Dec 11, 2007
- Company
- Sauder Woodworking
- Units affected
- 30
- Product
- TV Stands
- Product type
- Television Carts/Stands/Entertainment Centers
- Hazard
- Tip-over
The product
The recalled TV Stand measures 23 inches (h) x 43 1/4 inches (w) x 17 1/2 inches (d) with a brushed maple finish. The stand has black, wrought-iron legs and a lower shelf with a pull-out drawer. The model number (402806) and UPC (0004266643392) are located on the product's carton and instructions. The top shelf does not have a raised front edge.
What can happen
The plastic feet of the TV stand can crack or break. The stability of the stand can be reduced, increasing the risk of a TV tipping over.
The fix
Consumers should contact Sauder to receive free replacement feet. Until the feet are replaced, consumers should be sure the TV is placed at least 1/2 inch back from the front edge of the TV shelf.
Incidents and where it was sold
- Incidents
- None reported.
- Sold at
- A limited number of Wal-Mart stores during August 2007 for about $90.
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Questions and answers
What should I do with the recalled tv stands?
Consumers should contact Sauder to receive free replacement feet. Until the feet are replaced, consumers should be sure the TV is placed at least 1/2 inch back from the front edge of the TV shelf.
What is the hazard?
The plastic feet of the TV stand can crack or break. The stability of the stand can be reduced, increasing the risk of a TV tipping over.
A recall means the maker found a safety problem and offers a free fix; it does not mean every unit has the problem. Units affected are as reported by the company. Popular models sell more and so have more recalls and complaints. Official public data; texts are shortened. Contact the company named above for the remedy.