Transform Recalls Four-Drawer Chests Due to Tip-Over and Entrapment Hazards; Sold Exclusively at Kmart
Recall 20161 · Aug 11, 2020 · Transform
19,900
units affected
19,900
units affected
Facts
- Recall number
- 20161
- Date
- Aug 11, 2020
- Company
- Transform
- Units affected
- 19,900
- Product
- Essential Home Belmont 2.0 four-drawer chests
- Remedy
- Repair
- Hazard
- Tip-over
The product
This recall involves 4-drawer chests with plastic drawer glides sold by Transform under the Essential Home brand and identified as the "Belmont 2.0" model. The chests measure approximately 29.8 inches in height and 27.7 inches in width, and were sold in four colors including black, pine, walnut, and white. The manufacturer's name, "Kappesberg Moveis," and the model number "F214" can be found on the instruction manual that came with each chest. Kmart Item Number Mfr. Model Number UPC Color 01832577-9 F214-PRF 7-89515563264-9 Black 01832593-6 F214-MEF 7-89515563273-1 Pine 01832637-1 F214-WAF 7-89515563285-4 Walnut 01833166-0 F214-BRF 7-89515590807-2 White
What can happen
The recalled chests are unstable and can tip over if not anchored to the wall, posing serious tip-over and entrapment hazards that can result in death or injuries to children.
The fix
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled chests if they are not properly anchored to a wall and place them in an area that children cannot access. For chests purchased on or after February 11, 2019, contact Transform to receive a free anchoring kit and upon request, a one-time, free in-home installation of the wall anchor kit. For chests purchased before February 11, 2019, contact Transform to receive a free anchoring kit.
Incidents and where it was sold
- Incidents
- None reported.
- Sold at
- Kmart stores nationwide and online at Kmart.com from March 2018 through April 2020 for about $60.
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Questions and answers
What should I do with the recalled essential home belmont 2.0 four-drawer chests?
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled chests if they are not properly anchored to a wall and place them in an area that children cannot access. For chests purchased on or after February 11, 2019, contact Transform to receive a free anchoring kit and upon request, a one-time, free in-home installation of.
What is the hazard?
The recalled chests are unstable and can tip over if not anchored to the wall, posing serious tip-over and entrapment hazards that can result in death or injuries to children.
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.