COLOSSE - Lits superposés extra durable
COLOSSE - Lits superposés extra durable was recalled on 23 April 2021 under EU Safety Gate alert A12/00539/21. Entrapment, Injuries, Strangulation risk reported by France. The product has prodruding parts; furthermore, the distance between the slats is inadequate.
| Alert Number | A12/00539/21 |
| Brand | ELITE |
| Category | Furniture |
| Risk Type | Entrapment, Injuries, Strangulation |
| Notifying Country | France |
| Country of Origin | Türkiye |
| Published | 23 April 2021 |
Risk Description
The product has prodruding parts; furthermore, the distance between the slats is inadequate. A child may get trapped and suffer injuries or strangulation if stuck between theslats, or if hitting a protruding part. The product does not comply with the requirements of the General Product Safety Directive and with the relevant European standard EN 747-1.
Measures Taken
Type of economic operator taking notified measure(s): DistributorCategory of measure(s): Recall of the product from end usersDate of entry into force: UnknownType of economic operator taking notified measure(s): DistributorCategory of measure(s): Withdrawal of the product from the marketDate of entry into force: Unknown
Product Description
Bunk beds, 90 x 190cm, GREY, two levels
🔒 ⚠️ 🚫 What Should You Do?
This recall involves a entrapment, injuries, strangulation hazard related to COLOSSE - Lits superposés extra durable.
About this risk
Entrapment: This product has gaps, openings, or moving parts where fingers, limbs, or a child's head can become trapped. Injuries: This product has a design or manufacturing defect that can cause physical injuries such as cuts, bruises, fractures, or other bodily harm during normal use. Strangulation: This product contains cords, strings, loops, or other elements that can wrap around a child's neck and cause strangulation.
Recommended action
Entrapment: Stop using the product. If someone is trapped, do not force the body part free — call emergency services if needed. Contact the retailer for a return. Injuries: Stop using the product immediately. Check yourself and family members for any injuries. Store the product safely out of reach and contact the retailer or manufacturer for a replacement or refund. Strangulation: Remove the product from the child's environment immediately. Cut any cords or strings if they cannot be safely removed. Never leave children unsupervised with products that have loose cords.
Who is at risk?
Young children are most at risk of entrapment injuries. All users, particularly children and elderly people who may be more vulnerable to injury. Infants and young children are at the highest risk of strangulation from cords, strings, and loops.