CPSC Recall in 2019: South Shore Furniture Recalls Chest of Drawers Due to Serious Tip-Over and Entrapment Hazards; One Fatality Reported

Updated on January 18, 2026.

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Data Source: CPSC.

Recall Number: 19-116

Date: May 09, 2019

Product Name: Libra style 3-drawer chests

Recall Description:

This recall involves Libra style 3-drawer chests of drawers sold in nine colors. Each drawer has one metal handle. The model number is printed on a label on the back of the chest. The chests measure 27½-inches high by 31¼-inches wide and 15½-inches deep and each weighs about 56 pounds. The model numbers and colors include: Model NumberColor3046033Royal Cherry3070033Black3070223Black3159033Chocolate3159223Chocolate3050033White3050223White3113033Natural Maple10430Soft Gray10433Gray Oak10680Country Pine10682Rustic Oak 3-drawer chests with the model numbers listed above that end in the letter A, B, C, D or E are also included in this recall.Some models of the 3-drawer chests listed above were also sold as part of a three-piece bedroom set that also included a bed and nightstand.  Only the 3-drawer chests in the bedroom sets are included in this recall.

Hazard Description:

The recalled chests are unstable if they are not anchored to the wall, posing serious tip-over and entrapment hazards that can result in death or injuries to children.

Consumer Action:

Remedy Type:

Refund, Repair

Units: About 310,000 (in addition, about 6,900 were sold in Canada)

Incidents:

South Shore has received two reports of tip-over incidents involving the recalled chests of drawers. One report stated that a child received bruises on his leg and scratches. Another incident reported a fatality involving a two year-old and an unanchored, empty 3-drawer chest.

Sold At:

Online at Walmart.com, Amazon.com, Target.com and other online retailers from October 2009 through July 2018 for about $60. 

Manufactured In:

Canada and Mexico