CPSC, Crate & Barrel Announce Recall to Repair Media Carts
CPSC Recall Notice
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) — official agency notice for recall CPSC-2192.
The recalled media carts have the model name "Elements Media Carts." They have an ash wood veneer with a dark brown stain and measure 31.75" x 19" x 23.5". The media carts contain a VCR shelf and a second compartment shelf for CD's. These media carts were manufactured in Denmark.
Corrective Action (per CPSC)
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) — official agency notice for recall CPSC-2192.
Consumers should stop using the recalled media carts immediately and call Crate & Barrel or contact the store from which the cart was purchased, to receive new casters, free of charge.
✅ What you should do
- Stop using the product if you own it.
- Check the model number, lot code, or sell-by date against the recall notice above.
- Contact Crate & Barrel Retail Stores, Catalogues And Website Sold The Carts Nationwide, From January 2001 Through March 2002, For About $180. or the retailer where you bought it for a refund, replacement, or repair.
- For the most current official instructions, visit the CPSC recall page.
- If you've been hurt by this product, report the incident to CPSC.
Consumer Contact (per CPSC)
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) — official agency notice for recall CPSC-2192.
Consumers may call Crate & Barrel toll-free (877) 477-0653 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. CT Monday through Friday.
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Crate & Barrel Retail Stores, Catalogues And Website Sold The Carts Nationwide, From January 2001 Through March 2002, For About $180. Recall FAQ
Crate & Barrel Retail Stores, Catalogues And Website Sold The Carts Nationwide, From January 2001 Through March 2002, For About $180. is the subject of a consumer products recall: CPSC, Crate & Barrel Announce Recall to Repair Media Carts. The notice was published on August 7, 2002 by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC). Approximately 5,000 units are potentially affected.