Vasicar Dresser Recall Class Action Lawsuit

• Vasicar 18-Drawer Dressers – featuring metal frames, wooden tops, and 18 collapsable fabric drawers; sold in black, white, gray, and mixed colors; measuring 37.8 inches long by 11.8 inches wide by 57.1 inches tall; some have “VR-US18D-Black,” “VR-US18D-White,” “VR-US18D-Gray,” and “VR-US18D-Mixed” printed on the product packaging.

Sold online at Amazon.com from September 2025 through November 2025 for about $120. The recalled dressers are unstable if they are not anchored to the wall, posing tip-over and entrapment hazards that can result in risks of serious injuries or death to children. The dressers violate the mandatory standard as required by the STURDY Act.

Shanghai Jingtin Technology Co., Ltd., doing business as Vasicar of China, recalled approximately 4,155 18-drawer dressers on January 8, 2026 (CPSC Recall No. 26-174) [1]. The products were manufactured in China.

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled dressers if they are not anchored to the wall, and place them in an area that children cannot access. Contact Vasicar for instructions on how to dispose of the dressers to receive a full refund. Consumers must submit a photo to vasicarus2025@outlook.com showing disposal of the product. Do NOT resell or donate them—it is a violation of federal law to sell or distribute recalled products.

Health Risks

• Death from tip-over incidents.
• Serious injuries from furniture tip-overs.
• Entrapment hazards for children.
• Crushing injuries from falling dressers.
• Head trauma and traumatic brain injuries.
• Broken bones and fractures.
• Suffocation from entrapment.
• Internal organ damage from crushing.
• Spinal cord injuries.

Symptoms of a Problem

• Dresser wobbling or rocking when touched.
• Dresser not securely anchored to the wall.
• Multiple drawers opening at once, causing forward tilt.
• Children climbing on or pulling drawers.
• Dresser leaning forward when drawers are opened.
• Unstable dresser that tips easily.
• Recognition that dresser violates STURDY Act requirements.
• Lack of proper anti-tip hardware or wall anchoring.

What Consumers Should Do

1. Check if you purchased a Vasicar 18-Drawer Dresser from Amazon.com between September 2025 and November 2025.
2. Look for product identification: “VR-US18D-Black,” “VR-US18D-White,” “VR-US18D-Gray,” or “VR-US18D-Mixed” on the packaging.
3. Verify dresser dimensions: 37.8 inches long x 11.8 inches wide x 57.1 inches tall.
4. Identify dresser features: metal frame, wooden top, 18 collapsable fabric drawers.
5. Stop using the dresser immediately if it is not anchored to the wall.
6. Place the dresser in an area that children cannot access.
7. Contact Vasicar via email at vasicarus2025@outlook.com for disposal instructions.
8. Dispose of the dresser according to Vasicar’s instructions.
9. Take a photo showing disposal of the product.
10. Submit the photo to vasicarus2025@outlook.com to receive a full refund.

Potential for a Vasicar Dresser Recall Class Action Lawsuit

Consumers who purchased or were affected by Vasicar 18-drawer dressers may join a class action lawsuit. Claims could include:

• The dressers violated mandatory federal safety standards required by the STURDY Act.
• The dressers were unstable if not anchored to the wall, creating tip-over hazards.
• Children faced serious risks of injury or death from tip-over and entrapment.
• The company sold non-compliant furniture that failed to meet federal safety requirements.
• Consumers purchased dangerous products that could not be safely used without wall anchoring.
• The dressers posed unreasonable risks to children in households.
• The company failed to ensure products met mandatory stability standards before sale.
• Families unknowingly placed children at risk with non-compliant furniture.
• Consumers must destroy products to receive refunds, resulting in total loss of use.
• The violation of STURDY Act requirements created preventable hazards.

You could get compensation for medical expenses if a child was injured, emergency room treatment, hospitalization, surgery, rehabilitation, product replacement costs, refund processing expenses, and emotional distress from placing children in danger. While no incidents or injuries have been reported to date according to the recall announcement, consumers who purchased these non-compliant dressers may be entitled to compensation for purchasing furniture that violated federal safety standards.

The STURDY Act and Mandatory Safety Standards

The Stop Tip-overs of Unstable, Risky Dressers on Youth (STURDY) Act is federal legislation enacted to prevent furniture tip-over deaths and injuries to children. The law requires the Consumer Product Safety Commission to establish and enforce mandatory safety standards for clothing storage units.

STURDY Act Requirements: Under the STURDY Act, clothing storage units must meet specific stability requirements to prevent tip-overs. These requirements include:

• Dressers must remain stable when tested according to mandatory stability standards
• Units must not tip over when drawers are opened with specified weights
• Products must be designed to prevent tip-overs even without wall anchoring
• Manufacturers must conduct stability testing before bringing products to market
• Products that fail to meet stability standards are illegal to sell in the United States

Why the STURDY Act Matters: Furniture tip-overs are a leading cause of death and serious injury among young children. According to the CPSC, a child is injured every 46 minutes in the United States from a tip-over incident. Between 2000 and 2019, at least 451 tip-over deaths were reported, with the majority involving children under age 6.

The Vasicar 18-drawer dressers violated these mandatory standards by being unstable when not anchored to the wall, creating unacceptable risks to children.

Tip-Over Hazards and Child Safety

Furniture tip-overs represent one of the most serious preventable hazards in homes with young children. Dressers and other tall furniture can become deadly when they tip forward onto children.

How Tip-Overs Occur: Furniture tip-overs typically happen when:

• Children climb on furniture or pull on drawers
• Multiple drawers are opened at once, shifting the center of gravity forward
• Furniture is top-heavy and unstable by design
• Units are not properly anchored to walls
• Furniture is placed on carpeted or uneven surfaces

Why Children Are Vulnerable: Young children are particularly at risk because they:

• Are naturally curious and climb on furniture
• Use dresser drawers as makeshift stairs or ladders
• Lack understanding of furniture stability hazards
• Cannot escape from under tipped furniture
• Are more likely to suffer fatal injuries due to their small size

Severity of Tip-Over Injuries: When dressers tip onto children, the consequences are often catastrophic. Common injuries include traumatic brain injuries, skull fractures, spinal cord damage, crushing injuries to internal organs, suffocation, and death.

Federal Law Prohibits Sale of Recalled Products

Federal law prohibits any person from selling products subject to a Commission ordered recall or a voluntary recall undertaken in consultation with the CPSC. This prohibition applies to:

• Online marketplaces such as Amazon, eBay, Facebook Marketplace, and Craigslist
• Furniture stores and retailers
• Garage sales and yard sales
• Consignment shops and secondhand stores
• Private sales between individuals
• Donations to charities or individuals

Anyone who possesses recalled Vasicar 18-drawer dressers should not attempt to sell, transfer, or donate them. The products must be disposed of according to the recall instructions and should never be placed in locations where other families might acquire them.

No Incidents Reported To Date

As of the recall announcement on January 8, 2026, no incidents or injuries have been reported in connection with the Vasicar 18-drawer dressers. However, the recall was issued because the dressers violate mandatory federal safety standards and pose serious tip-over and entrapment hazards.

The absence of reported incidents does not diminish the severity of the violations. The STURDY Act was enacted specifically to prevent furniture tip-over deaths and injuries before they occur. Products that fail to meet mandatory safety standards create unacceptable risks to children and must be removed from use immediately.

Identifying Recalled Vasicar 18-Drawer Dressers

The recalled dressers can be identified by the following characteristics:

Brand Name: Vasicar

Product Type: 18-drawer dressers with metal frame, wooden top, and 18 collapsable fabric drawers

Dimensions: 37.8 inches long x 11.8 inches wide x 57.1 inches tall

Available Colors: The recalled dressers were sold in four color options:

• Black
• White
• Gray
• Mixed colors

Product Identification on Packaging: Some of the dressers have the following printed on the product packaging:

• VR-US18D-Black
• VR-US18D-White
• VR-US18D-Gray
• VR-US18D-Mixed

Refund and Disposal Process

To obtain a full refund for the recalled Vasicar 18-drawer dresser:

1. Stop using immediately: If the dresser is not anchored to the wall, stop using it right away
2. Remove from child access: Place the dresser in an area that children cannot access
3. Contact Vasicar: Email vasicarus2025@outlook.com for disposal instructions
4. Dispose of dresser: Follow Vasicar’s specific instructions for proper disposal
5. Document disposal: Take a clear photograph showing the disposed dresser
6. Submit for refund: Email the photo to vasicarus2025@outlook.com to receive a full refund

Consumers should retain proof of purchase and any documentation related to the recalled product to facilitate the refund process.

Wall Anchoring Is Not a Substitute for Compliance

It is important to understand that while wall anchoring can reduce tip-over risks, it is not a substitute for furniture that meets mandatory stability standards. The STURDY Act requires that furniture be inherently stable, even without wall anchoring.

The Vasicar dressers failed to meet these standards, meaning they pose unacceptable risks even when wall anchoring is recommended. Consumers should not attempt to make these dressers safe by anchoring them to walls—instead, they must participate in the recall and dispose of the products as instructed.

Protecting Children from Furniture Tip-Over Hazards

While the Vasicar dressers have been recalled, parents and caregivers should take steps to protect children from furniture tip-over hazards throughout their homes:

• Anchor all tall furniture to walls using appropriate anti-tip devices
• Place heavy items in lower drawers to increase stability
• Do not place televisions or other attractive items on top of dressers
• Keep dresser drawers closed when not in use
• Never allow children to climb on furniture
• Regularly check that anti-tip devices remain secure
• Only purchase furniture that meets current STURDY Act standards
• Immediately remove any recalled furniture from homes with children

Consumer Rights and Manufacturer Responsibilities

Under federal law and product liability principles, manufacturers and sellers have a duty to:

• Design products that comply with all mandatory safety standards
• Conduct adequate testing before bringing products to market
• Monitor product performance after sale
• Issue prompt recalls when safety violations are identified
• Provide effective remedies to consumers affected by recalled products
• Remove non-compliant products from the marketplace

When companies sell products that violate mandatory safety standards like the STURDY Act, they have failed in their fundamental duty to protect consumers and may be held legally and financially accountable.

Do I Have a Vasicar Dresser Recall Class Action Lawsuit?

Our law firm handles product liability and consumer protection cases nationwide. We are taking new cases about Vasicar 18-drawer dressers that violated mandatory federal safety standards.

Free Case Review: If you purchased a Vasicar 18-drawer dresser that violated STURDY Act requirements, or if a child was injured by one of these non-compliant dressers, contact us today. You may get compensation through a Vasicar Dresser Recall Class Action Lawsuit.

References

1. https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2026/Vasicar-18-Drawer-Dressers-Recalled-Due-to-Risk-of-Serious-Injury-or-Death-from-Tip-Over-and-Entrapment-Violates-Mandatory-Standard-for-Clothing-Storage-Units