Despite IKEA in the US recalling a popular chest of drawers after the deaths of three children, IKEA Australia won’t do the same.
They continue to sell the Malm model, saying that it comes with ‘anti tip restraints’ and instructions on how to attach it to the wall so it doesn’t tip over.
An IKEA spokesperson said yesterday: “IKEA chest of drawers are safe when attached to the wall as directed in the assembly instructions.”
“We spread awareness of the importance of securing furniture on our products and product instructions, on the website and in-stores.
“IKEA Australia is not undertaking the recall.”
In 2014, a two-year-old boy from Pennsylvania was killed after a Malm chest fell on him, and that same year a 23-month-old from Washington died the same way.
The most recent death was a 22-month-old boy name Ted from Philadelphia.
