[Recalled] Safety 1st Cabinet and Drawer Spring Latches — The latches are made of white plastic with a spring which holds the latch closed | CPSC 2001-07-31
The product on this page is subject to an official recall. We summarise the regulator's findings and the recommended action.
Recall details
| Product | Safety 1st Cabinet and Drawer Spring Latches |
|---|---|
| Brand / manufacturer | Safety 1st, of Canton, Mass. |
| Category | consumer_product |
| Issuing authority | CPSC |
| Reference | 01211 |
| Country of notice | United States |
| Hazard type | recall |
| Notice date | 31 July 2001 |
Why it was recalled
According to the CPSC notice, the identified hazard is: The latches are made of white plastic with a spring which holds the latch closed. "SAFETY 1 st" is written on the top of the latches. Their packaging reads, in part, "SAFETY 1ST" and "CABINET & DRAWER SPRING LATCHES." They were sold in a package of three or four latches. The straight ends of the metal springs are uncovered on the recalled latches. The replacement latches have a plastic tab over the short straight end of the metal spring. Hazards: If the safety latch breaks, a small spring could be released. Young children could choke on the small spring or gain access to a cabinet or drawer where dangerous items are stored.
This safety recall concerns consumer_product products distributed in United States and was recorded by CPSC. Recalls in this category are published so that owners, retailers, and importers can identify affected units and act quickly.
What to do if you own this product
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