The Hazard
TIP-OVER AND ENTRAPMENT
Segmart is recalling about 16,440 of their 4-drawer dressers. These dressers can tip over if they aren’t attached to the wall, posing a serious risk of injury or even death from tip-over and entrapment. These dressers don’t meet the safety standards for clothing storage units.
About 16,440 units affected. No injuries have been reported.
Technical Breakdown
The Segmart 4-drawer dressers are unstable and can easily tip over, especially if drawers are open or if a child climbs on them. This can lead to the dresser falling on someone, causing serious injuries like head trauma, broken bones, or even death. Young children are especially vulnerable to entrapment under a fallen dresser.
The dressers do not meet the mandatory safety standards for clothing storage units, meaning they weren’t designed to be stable enough to prevent tip-overs. The company has not received any reports of injuries but is initiating this recall out of concern for consumer safety. The lack of anchoring also compounds the risk making the furniture unstable.
Affected Products
- Segmart 4-Drawer Dressers sold in black and white.
- The dressers are made of particle board, measuring 15.7 inches long x 26 inches wide x 28.5 inches tall and weighing 70 pounds.
Sentinel Action Plan
- STOP: Stop using the recalled dressers immediately if they are not properly anchored to the wall. Keep them away from children.
- DOCUMENT: Check the product packaging or the dresser itself for the model number, which should be either FFLWM002BK or FFLWM002WE.
- ACT: Contact SOFT for a free set of anchors and instructions on how to properly secure the dresser to the wall. You can reach them by email at segmartdresserecall@outlook.com or visit Segmart.com/recall-dresser or Segmart.com and click “Recall”.
FAQ
How do I know if my dresser is part of the recall?
Check the model number on the packaging or the dresser itself. The recalled dressers have model numbers FFLWM002BK or FFLWM002WE.
What should I do if I have a recalled dresser?
Stop using the dresser immediately if it’s not anchored to the wall. Contact SOFT to get a free anchoring kit and instructions.
Can I get compensation?
If you suffered injuries or property damage, you may be entitled to compensation. Use our free Legal Rights Assessment above.