Adult Portable Bed Rails: Urgent Warnings Due to Deadly Risks, Says CPSC

This article was created with the assistance of generative AI. It was reviewed by editors before publication.

Two brands of adult portable bed rails—AOHHL and WeHwupe— violate federal safety regulations and pose significant threats to users, particularly older adults who may rely on them, the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) announced. Serious risks of trapping and choking led the CPSC to issue the urgent safety alert.

The affected bed rails

AOHHL bed rails

Manufactured by Hangzhou Xiyou Garment Company Ltd. of China, AOHHL bed rails fail to comply with federal safety standards, CPSC said. Users can become trapped within the bed rail or between the rail and the mattress, presenting a deadly risk of entrapment and choking. Despite the CPSC's Notice of Violation to the manufacturer, no recall or remedy has yet been offered to consumers.

WeHwupe bed rails

The recalled WeHwupe models, BRX-8002 and BRX-8003, lack essential safety features and do not display required hazard warning labels. Users can become trapped within the bed rail or between the rail and the mattress, leading to potential injury or death. Additionally, there has been one report of the BRX-8002 model breaking during use, resulting in a fall-related injury, said the recall announcement.

Immediate action required

AOHHL bed rails

Owners are strongly advised to discontinue use of AOHHL bed rails immediately, throw them out and refrain from selling or giving them away.

WeHwupe bed rails

People who own WeHwupe bed rails should cease using them immediately and contact WeHwupe Store for a free replacement. The company has provided detailed disposal instructions, including marking the rails as "RECALLED" and cutting the fabric mesh bag and safety strap.

To ensure safe disposal of your recalled product, please follow these simple but important steps:

1. Carefully remove the upper rail, connecting rails, bottom rail and any legs, if included.
2. With a permanent marker, clearly write “RECALLED” on the upper and bottom rails.
3. Using scissors, please cut off the black fabric mesh bag attached to the upper rail and cut the black safety strap in half, if applicable,
4. Write your name on a piece of paper and place it next to the disassembled product.
5. Snap a photo and upload it here.
6. Finally, dispose of the product following your local guidelines.

If you need assistance, please contact WeHwupe Store at 888-438-3220, email wehwupestore@163.com or visit online.

Product details

AOHHL Bed Rails

The bed rails are made of white metal construction with black foam padding. They measure approximately 16.5 inches in width with adjustable heights ranging from 16 to 21 inches. They were sold for between $35 and $40.

WeHwupe Bed Rails

WeHwupe bed rails are made of gray rubber grip handles and a fabric pouch. Model BRX-8002 measures 22 inches in width, while model BRX-8003 measures 23.6 inches wide. Both models feature adjustable heights.

Reporting and contact information

Owners are encouraged to report any injuries or product defects to the CPSC at SaferProducts.gov. For further statements or updates from individual commissioners, please visit cpsc.gov/commissioners.