CPSC Recall in 2017: Vanguard Furniture Recalls Chests of Drawers Due to Serious Tip-Over and Entrapment Hazards (Recall Alert)

Updated on January 18, 2026.

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Data Source: CPSC.

Recall Number: 17-738

Date: April 10, 2017

Product Name: Bow Front chest of drawers

Recall Description:

This recall involves Bow Front chests of drawers from the Vanguard Furniture Compendium Collection. The eight drawer beech-wood chests have primavera veneers and are finished in a variety of custom colors. The chests weigh 250 pounds and measure 36 inches high by 20 inches deep by 75 inches wide. Tip restraint kits were included with each chest of drawers.

Hazard Description:

The recalled chests are unstable if they are not anchored to the wall, posing a serious tip-over and entrapment hazard that can result in death or injuries to children. The chests do not comply with the performance requirements of the U.S. voluntary industry standard (ASTM F2057-14).

Consumer Action:

Remedy Type:

Repair

Units: About 170

Incidents:

None reported

Sold At:

Furniture stores nationwide from August 2015 to February 2017 for between $4,200 and $4,400.

Manufactured In:

Indonesia and U.S.