“CB2 Trace Bookcases Risk Collapse Injury - Recall.” GovInfoNow, updated August 3, 2026. https://govinfonow.com/recall/2985-cb2-trace-bookcases-risk-collapse-injury-recall. Based on CPSC recall #8923 (https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2021/CB2-Recalls-Trace-Bookcases-Due-to-Risk-of-Collapse-Injury-Hazard-to-Consumers).
CB2 recalled Trace bookcases on Oct. 21, 2020, due to collapse risks, the CPSC announced. Consumers should stop using the units and contact CB2 for a free replacement or refund.
How to tell if you have it
Trace Brass Bookcase (SKU: 338-925)
Trace Black Bookcase (SKU: 603-232)
What to do
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. 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.
The hazard
The bookcase frame can collapse when fully loaded, posing an injury hazard. CB2 has received 11 reports of the bookcase collapsing when loaded. No injuries have been reported.
Context
GovInfoNow's records show other recent recalls include a Universal Broadmoor Canopy Bed recall for collapse hazard on April 2, 2026, and Sauna360 Tylö Halmstad and Kiruna Hybrid Saunas recall for bench collapse fall hazard on Sept. 17, 2026. A Beloems Adult Portable Bed Rails recall for risk of entrapment and asphyxiation occurred on Feb. 12, 2026.
How to tell if you have this one
Check for the Trace Brass Bookcase (SKU: 338-925) or Trace Black Bookcase (SKU: 603-232) labels on the back. The bookcases are 62 inches tall by 34 inches wide with brushed oak veneer or black frames.
Brand
CB2
Product
Trace bookcases
Category
Consumer product
Based on the official CPSC remedy
What to do — step by step
Stop Using It Now
Immediately stop using the recalled bookcases as they can collapse when fully loaded.
Contact CB2
Reach out to CB2 for instructions on getting a free replacement bookcase or full refund.
Official remedy
What CPSC says to do
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.
Where it went
Where it was sold
Sold nationwide.
Nationwide
Not listed
CPSC “Sold at”: “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.”
Sold nationwide.
Take action
Contact CB2
We’ve drafted a message you can send CB2 to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall 8923 — CB2 Trace Bookcases Risk Collapse Injury - Recall
Hello,
I own a CB2 Trace Bookcases Risk Collapse Injury - Recall that is covered by recall 8923 from CB2.
The official recall notice states: 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.
I’m writing to arrange the remedy described in the recall (a refund, repair, or replacement as applicable). Could you please tell me the next steps to resolve this?
Thank you.
The facts (hazard, remedy, dates, manufacturer) are pulled from the official CPSC recall record. The plain-language summary and step-by-step checklist are written by GovInfoNow to make the official notice easier to act on — they don’t replace it.
Plain-language summary written by qwen3:4b on August 3, 2026, from the official record above. Not reviewed by a person — if it conflicts with the CPSC notice, the notice is correct. Report an error on this page.
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