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PBteen Recalls to Repair Sleep and Study Loft Beds Due to Fall and Injury Hazards

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What's being recalled

PBteen Sleep and Study Loft Beds

Units: About 5,900

This recall involves PBteen Sleep and Study Loft beds in a variety of colors: espresso, honey, white and black. The bed is elevated and has a desk and bookcase underneath it. The beds were sold in the following colors: honey, black, espresso, and white.

The problem, in CPSC's words

The side rail on the bed can crack allowing the mattress support to collapse, posing a fall and injury hazard to users.

Incidents and injuries reported to CPSC

The firm has received seven reports of the bed rail cracking or splitting. In one reported incident, a child sustained lacerations to his head when the side rail split as he climbed down the ladder.

What CPSC says to do

Replace

Consumers should immediately contact PBteen to schedule installation of a free replacement side rail support bracket.

How to contact the company

For additional information, contact PBteen toll-free at (877) 494-9822 between 7 a.m. and midnight ET or visit the firm's website at www.pbteen.com

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Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission recall notice 11703, cpsc.gov. Text in quotes is from CPSC. Photos: CPSC.