WASHINGTON: Federal consumer safety officials have issued an urgent recall for approximately 91,000 wooden toddler step stools sold exclusively on Amazon. The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) warned parents and caregivers that the design poses a risk of serious injury or death due to structural instability, fall hazards, and potential entrapment.
The recall involves the Woodure Children’s Tower Kitchen Step Stool, manufactured and imported by the Chinese firm Shenzhen Muqiqu Creative Development Co. Ltd. Officials urge consumers who purchased the product to stop using it immediately and keep it out of reach of young children.
Severe Entrapment and Fall Risks Cited
According to the official recall notice issued by the CPSC, the construction of the step stool presents multiple safety vulnerabilities that endanger toddlers while in use.
“A child’s torso can fit through the openings on the front and back sides, posing a risk of serious injury and death due to tip over, fall and entrapment hazards,” the CPSC stated in its safety warning.
Beyond the dangerous side gaps, federal regulators highlighted that the wooden towers can become unstable during routine movement, causing them to collapse or tip over entirely while a child is standing on the elevated platform.
Incidents and Injuries Reported
Prior to the formal recall, the manufacturer and federal safety monitors received dozens of reports concerning structural failure and child injuries:
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Total Stability Reports: At least 22 separate instances of severe instability, tipping over, or structural collapse were reported by consumers.
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Confirmed Child Injuries: Among those incidents, at least 15 children suffered direct physical injuries, including scrapes, severe cuts, and extensive bruising.
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Hazard Severity: Safety experts caution that entrapment risks can lead to positional asphyxiation or severe head injuries if a child slips through the framework.
Product Identification and Distribution Details
The recalled kitchen step towers were designed to assist young children in reaching kitchen counters and sinks safely under adult supervision. However, manufacturing flaws led to significant design hazards across thousands of units sold nationwide.
| Product Detail | Specific Identifier Information |
| Product Name | Wooden Children’s Tower Kitchen Step Stool |
| Importing Company | Shenzhen Muqiqu Creative Development Co., Ltd. (China) |
| Total Units Recalled | Approximately 91,000 units |
| Primary Retailer | Exclusively sold online via Amazon.com |
| Material & Build | Natural wooden tower structure with front/rear access steps |
The items were sold online over an extended period, making them a common household fixture for families seeking Montessori-style standing towers for toddlers.
Steps for Consumers and Refund Instructions
The CPSC advises all consumers who own the Woodure step stool to take immediate action to protect their children from potential harm.
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Immediately Stop Use: Take the step stool away from children immediately and move it to a secure location where toddlers cannot access it.
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Do Not Resell or Donate: Federal law prohibits the sale, resale, or donation of any product that is subject to an active CPSC recall.
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Contact the Manufacturer: Reach out directly to Shenzhen Muqiqu Creative Development Co., Ltd. or initiate a return claim through Amazon to receive instructions on how to properly dispose of or destroy the unit for a full refund.
Parents seeking further details regarding product safety advisories or wishing to report additional injuries related to this product can visit the official CPSC safety portal at cpsc.gov.
