Walker Edison Bunk Bed Recall (2023): Fall & Impact Risks

Overview

The Walker Edison bunk bed recall was issued on May 4, 2023, because the wooden slats that support the beds can break during use, posing fall and impact risks. (1)(2)

Which products are affected, how many bunk beds are being recalled, and what should you do if you have these Walker Edison products? Continue reading to find out.

Walker Edison Bunk Bed Recall 2023

Recall Details

On May 4, 2023, the CPSC (Consumer Product Safety Commission) and Walker Edison announced the recall of the brand’s Twin Over Twin Bunk Beds. (1)(2)

According to the recall notice, the wooden slats supporting these bunk beds can break during use, which can pose fall and impact risks to the occupants. (1)(2)

The recall was issued after Walker Edison Furniture received 14 reports of the bunk bed slats breaking, leading to one incident that caused minor injuries. (1)(2)

About 121,000 units are affected by this Walker Edison recall. (2)

What Walker Edison Bunk Beds Are Being Recalled?

Two styles of Walker Edison Furniture Bunk Beds with a ladder down the side are included in this recall (see specific model codes below): (1)(2)

• Solid Wood Bunk Bed
• Solid Wood Twin over Twin Bunk Bed + Storage/Trundle

These were sold from February 2010 through February 2022 through the following outlets: (1)(2)

• Amazon.com
• HomeDepot.com
• Overstock.com 
• Walmart.com
• Wayfair.com

How Do I Check If My Walker Edison Bunk Bed Is Recalled?

Find the label on either the footboard or inside of the bed rail. (1)(2)

The following model names and codes are affected by this Walker Edison recall: (1)(2)

Solid Wood Bunk Bed

• Black (BWSTOTBL)
• Gray (BWSTOTGY)

Solid Wood Twin over Twin Bunk Bed + Storage/Trundle Bed

• Black (BWSTOTBL – TR)
• Cherry (BWSTOTCH – TR)
• Espresso (BWSTOTES – TR)
• Gray (BWSTOTGY – TR)
• Honey (BWSTOTHY – TR)
• Natural (BWSTOTNL – TR)
• White (BWSTOTWH – TR)

Twin over Twin Wood Bunk Bed

• Cherry (BWSTOTCH)
• Espresso (BWSTOTES)
• White (BWSTOTWH)

Wood Twin over Twin Bunk Bed

• Honey (BWSTOTHY)
• Natural (BWSTOTNL)

What To Do With The Recalled Walker Edison Bunk Beds?

Stop using these recalled Walker Edison bunk beds immediately. Contact Walker Edison Furniture for your free repair kit (12 wooden slats plus new instructions on replacing the old ones). (1)(2)

Contact Walker Edison Furniture LLC, of Salt Lake City, Utah, through the following channels to get your free repair kit (the company isn’t offering refunds, only repair kits): (1)(2)

• Toll-free number: 877-203-2917 (8 AM to 5 PM MT Mondays through Thursdays; 8 AM to 3 PM MT on Fridays)
• Email: [email protected] 
• Recall processing form: walkeredison.zendesk.com/hc/en-us/requests/new?ticket_form_id=360001011772
• Recall website: walkeredison.com/pages/recall-information
• Main website: walkeredison.com (click on “Recall Information” located at the top of the page)

According to the recall advisory, Walker Edison is also directly contacting known purchasers. (1)(2)

Do I Need A Receipt For Walker Edison Bunk Bed Recall?

Receipts aren’t required for this recall. However, you need to provide the following information: (1)(2)

• Name or model of the affected products you need parts for
• Color of the bunk bed (to match the parts you’ll receive)
• Date of purchase or whether your product was given as a gift
• Other relevant information

Are These Recalled Bunk Beds Still Safe To Use?

No. The bunk beds’ slats can break anytime, increasing your child’s fall and injury risks. Only use these after the slats have been replaced.

Walker Edison Bunk Bed Recall 2019

On September 5, 2019, Walker Edison also recalled children’s bunk beds because the support boards could break, posing fall and injury risks. About 1,200 units were affected by this 2019 recall. (3)

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FAQs

Who Made Bunk Beds?

The Vikings and Native Americans created some form of stackable beds that became the basis or “ancestors” of modern bunk beds. (4)

Where Are Walker Edison Bunk Beds Made?

• Brazil

What Can I Buy From Walker Edison?

The brand offers different kinds of furniture, including these baby essentials for your kid’s nursery:

• Chests
• Dressers
• Bunk Beds for kids – twin over full or twin over twin
• Kids Lofts
• Kids Storage Beds
• Low Bookshelves
• Nightstands
• Trundle Beds
• Trundles

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References

(1) https://walkeredison.com/pages/recall-information

(2) https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2023/Walker-Edison-Furniture-Recalls-Twin-Over-Twin-Bunk-Beds-Due-to-Fall-and-Impact-Hazards

(3) https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2019/Walker-Edison-Furniture-RecallsChildrens-Bunk-Beds-Due-to-Fall-and-Injury-Hazards-Recall-Alert

(4) https://dailyhistory.org/How_Did_the_Bed_Develop_as_Household_Furniture