| Product name |
Foldaway expandable safety gates |
| Description |
This recall involves Madison Mill 23 and 25 foldaway expandable safety gates. Item number 23 extends to three feet and item number 25 extends to five feet. The expandable gates are made of hardwood and are used to secure children or small pets in certain areas of the home. The model and item number can be found on the original packaging. Model (Item number - Dimensions) - Madison Mill 23 Foldaway Gate (23 - Extends to 3 ft. (36 inches) and Madison Mill 25 Foldaway Gate (25 - Extends to 5 ft. (60 inches). |
| Problem |
A young childs neck can fit into the V shaped opening along the top edge of the gate, posing entrapment and strangulation hazards to young children. Also, young children can pass under the gate allowing access to restricted areas, such as stairs. |
| Distribution |
Do It Best stores and other independent hardware stores nationwide for between $20 and $35. |
| Company |
Madison Mill 877-220-4705; website www.madison mill.com |
| Dates sold |
January 2013 through May 2017 |
| Date posted |
06/08/2017 |
| Additional information |
For more information, visit the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission news release at https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2017/Madison-Mill-Recalls-Safety-Gates# |
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