IKEA Recalls Safety Gates and Safety Gate Extensions Due to Fall Hazard
This recall was issued July 14, 2016.
- Posted
- July 14, 2016
- Recall Number
- 16226
- Quantity
- About 80,000 (in addition, about 28,000 were sold in Canada). The PATRULL KLÄMMA safety gates were previously recalled in May 2015.
- Official Source
- View on CPSC website ↗
Reason for Recall
The locking mechanism can open unexpectedly, posing a fall hazard to children and other consumers.
Action Taken
Consumers should immediately stop using the safety gates and safety gate extensions and return them to any IKEA store for a full refund.
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Incidents & Injuries
IKEA has received 55 reports of incidents worldwide, including 10 injuries that resulted in two concussions, and cuts and bruising. Four of the incidents were reported in the U.S. two resulting in cuts and bruising to children.