CB2 Recalls Trace Bookcases Due to Risk of Collapse; Injury Hazard to Consumers
Recall at a glance
- Recall number
- 21-011 (CPSC)
- Recall date
- October 21, 2020
- Brand
- CB2
- Category
- Furniture and home
- Products
- Trace bookcases
- Hazard
- Risk of Collapse; Injury Hazard to Consumers
- Hazard type
- Falls and tip-overs
- Remedy
- Refund, Replace
- Units
- About 400 (in addition seven units were sold in Canada)
- Made in
- Vietnam
- Last updated by CPSC
- October 21, 2020
What was recalled
This recall involves the Trace Brass Bookcase (SKU: 338-925) and the Trace Black Bookcase (SKU: 603-232). The bookcases measure 62 inches tall by 34 inches wide. They have a brushed oak veneer or black frame with two wire mesh doors and four shelves. Trace, CB2 and the SKU number are printed on a label on the back of the bookcase.
Is my product affected?
Compare your product with the details below, including model numbers where listed.
- Trace bookcases · About 400 (in addition seven units were sold in Canada) units
Photos from the recall notice


Where it was sold
Companies named in the notice: CB2 stores nationwide and online at www.CB2.com from June 2019 through July 2020 (Trace Brass bookcase) and during July 2020 (Trace Black bookcase) for about $1,400.; CB2, of Northbrook, Ill..
Injuries or incidents reported
CB2 has received 11 reports of the bookcase collapsing when loaded. No injuries have been reported.
Consumer contact
CB2 at 800-451-8217 from 8 a.m. to 7 p.m. CT Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. CT Saturday and Sunday or online at www.cb2.com and click on “Recalls” located at the bottom of the page for more information.
Recall history and context
CB2 appears in 4 CPSC recalls on record. See all CB2 recalls.
Since 2019 CPSC has recorded 294 recalls in the furniture and home category, 93 recalls of them in the past 12 months.
Frequently asked questions
What was recalled?
Trace bookcases (About 400 (in addition seven units were sold in Canada) units). This recall involves the Trace Brass Bookcase (SKU: 338-925) and the Trace Black Bookcase (SKU: 603-232).
Why was it recalled?
CPSC lists the reason as: Risk of Collapse; Injury Hazard to Consumers.
What should I do if I own one?
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled bookcases and contact CB2 for instructions on how to receive a free replacement bookcase or a full refund.
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Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission recall data, shown as published and last updated by CPSC on October 21, 2020. Details can change; the official notice is the authority. If your product may be recalled, stop and read the notice before deciding what to do. Terms and disclaimer.