CPSC recall 02543
Toy Boxes
- CPSC
- unknown
- Published 2025-11-07
On 2025-11-07 the CPSC announced a recall of Toy Boxes by Southern Wood Products, citing the middle lid support hinge can collapse suddenly and cause an injury to a child's head, neck, fingers, or hands; or can become an entrapment hazard to young children.
| Agency | CPSC |
|---|---|
| Recall number | 02543 |
| Classification | Not classified |
| Status | unknown |
| Initiated | 2002-05-31 |
| Published | 2025-11-07 |
| Last updated | 2026-09-13 11:58 UTC |
| Company | Southern Wood Products |
| Distribution | US |
Product
Toy Boxes | The toy boxes were sold in the following colors: oak, white, cherry, and natural. The recalled toy boxes, that measure 24 inches by 16 inches by 35 inches, have manufacture date codes of 8502-021502A and 8502-030702A on a sticker located on the back or bottom of unit. The sticker also has the company's name and address. The toy box was manufactured in the USA.
Reason
The middle lid support hinge can collapse suddenly and cause an injury to a child's head, neck, fingers, or hands; or can become an entrapment hazard to young children.
Status history
No status changes recorded since RecallRadar first saw this recall on 2026-09-13 11:58 UTC. Current status: unknown.
Source
Official record: https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2002/CPSC-Southern-Wood-Products-Announce-Recall-of-Childrens-Toy-Box
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