What is being recalled and why?

Cranach Hardware tip restraint kits are recalled because the plastic brackets and cable tie can break or degrade. This may allow furniture to tip over, creating a risk of injury to children or elderly individuals.

What should I do if I own this product?

Stop using the product immediately. Contact Cranach Hardware for a free stainless steel replacement kit and follow the company's instructions to receive it.

How will I know if my kit is affected?

The recall covers Cranach Hardware tip restraint kits with the described components. Check your kit for the white plastic brackets, white zip tie, and drywall anchors. If in doubt, contact Cranach Hardware for guidance.

Will I receive money back or just a replacement?

The remedy offers a free replacement tip restraint kit made of stainless steel.

How long will the replacement take?

Replacement shipments are arranged by Cranach Hardware. Timelines are not specified in the recall notice.

Do I need receipts or proof of purchase?

Consumers may need to provide evidence of destruction or disposal of the recalled product to receive the replacement kit.

Can I still use the recalled product until replacement arrives?

No. Stop using the product immediately to reduce risk.

Where can I get more information?

Visit Cranach Hardware’s recalls page at www.cranach-hardware.com/recalls.html or call 888-798-9487.

Is this recall part of a broader safety pattern?

The recall notice does not indicate a broader industry pattern.

What are the hazards if I ignore the recall?

Ignoring the recall may leave furniture unsecured and prone to tipping, which can cause serious injuries or death.

Who is responsible for safety standards with this recall?

CPSC and Cranach Hardware are overseeing the recall. The plastic components did not meet ASTM F3096-23.

What if the company does not respond to my request?

If Cranach Hardware is unresponsive, file a complaint with the CPSC or your local consumer protection agency.

Cranach Hardware Recalls Tip Restraint Kits for Tip-Over Hazard (2025)

Quick Facts at a Glance

Recall Date: October 23, 2025
Hazard Level: HIGH
Brand: Cranach Hardware
Category: Tools & Hardware
Sold At: Multiple Retailers
At-Risk Groups: INFANTS, CHILDREN, ELDERLY

What to Do Now

Use this page like a recall checklist: verify the product first, then act on the official remedy.

Immediate steps

1Stop using the product until you confirm whether it is included in the recall.
2Compare the product label, model number, UPC, color, size, and purchase location against the identifiers below.
3Follow the official remedy from Consumer Product Safety Commission; save photos, receipts, labels, and correspondence before contacting the company.
4If the product could harm a child, older adult, pet, or patient, move it out of reach immediately.

Check these identifiers

Brand: Cranach Hardware
Product type: Tip Restraint Kit (Furniture Strap)
Sold at: Multiple Retailers

Recall Timeline

Key dates and source checks for this recall record.

Recall announced
October 23, 2025
Reported by CPSC
October 23, 2025
RecallRadar source check
April 18, 2026
Consumer action
Use the official remedy and keep documentation.

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Recalled Cranach Hardware Plastic Tip Restraint Kit

Replacement Stainless Steel Tip Restraint Kit

Hazard Information

The recalled plastic tip restraint kits (also referred to as furniture straps) can break or degrade, posing tip-over and entrapment hazards that can result in serious injuries or death to children or elderly consumers interacting with furniture that is secured to the wall with the defective plastic tip restraints.

What You Should Do

Cranach Hardware toll-free at 888-798-9487 from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, email at info@cranach-hardware.com or online at www.cranach-hardware.com/recalls.html or go to www.cranach-hardware.com and click on "Product Recalls" at the top of the page for more information.. Consumers should stop using Cranach Hardware plastic tip restraints immediately and contact Cranach Hardware for a free replacement tip restraint kit made of stainless steel. Keep children away from the unit while waiting for a replacement tip restraint kit. Consumers will need to provide photographic evidence of destruction or disposal of the product to receive a replacement tip restraint kit from Cranach Hardware.. Available options: Replace

About This Product

Tip restraint kits secure furniture to walls to prevent tip-overs, a common hazard with unstable dressers or bookcases. These kits usually include brackets, screws, and wall straps.

Why This Is Dangerous

Defective plastic components can break, causing the furniture to detach or overturn. This creates a serious risk for children and elderly adults who interact with the secured unit.

Industry Context

This recall is not part of a broader industry pattern.

Real-World Impact

The recall could reduce tip-over incidents if replacements are adopted, but it requires action by consumers to obtain the stainless steel kits.

Practical Guidance

How to identify if yours is affected

Inspect furniture where a Cranach tip restraint kit is installed
Check for two white plastic brackets and a white zip tie
Look for drywall anchors and screws in the kit

Where to find product info

Cranach Hardware recalls page and recall notice on the company site; CPSC recall page

What timeline to expect

Replacement kit shipments and processing may take several weeks; 4-6 weeks is a typical timeframe for recalls

If the manufacturer is unresponsive

Document all contact attempts with Cranach Hardware
Escalate to the CPSC if the company is unresponsive
Consider legal consultation for persistent delays

How to prevent similar issues

Replace plastic restraints with stainless steel ones as recommended
Check furniture for stability and wall anchoring after installation
Verify product compatibility with your furniture type and wall surface

Documentation advice

Keep the recall notice and all communications; photograph old restraints and disposal; keep any receipts and shipping confirmations for the replacement

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Product Details

Recall involves Cranach Hardware tip restraint kits. The kit contains two white plastic brackets/mounts (one for furniture, one for wall), a white plastic cable zip tie, two different pairs of screws (one longer), and two drywall anchors. Model numbers, price, and retailer list are not provided. Components are plastic and designed to secure furniture to walls.