Article: Big Lots Stores, Inc. Recalls to Repair Bunk Beds Due to Collapse and Fall Hazards

To: RETAILING EDITORS

Contact: CPSC Media Contact: +1-301-504-7908

WASHINGTON, Sept. 23 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission, in cooperation with the firm named below, today announced a voluntary recall of the following consumer product. Consumers should stop using recalled products immediately unless otherwise instructed.

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Name of Product: Wooden Bunk Beds

Units:About 20,000

Importer:Big Lots Stores, Inc., of Columbus, Ohio

Hazard:The bunk beds' mattress support slats and side support railings can break, posing a risk of the bunk bed collapsing and a fall hazard to consumers.

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