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

Hazard

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

Remedy

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

Replace

Incidents & injuries

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.

Product description

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.

Sold on

PBteen stores in Georgia, New York and Illinois and online at www.pbteen.com for about $1,800. The recalled loft beds were delivered to consumers from January 2008 through July 2010.

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