CPSC and S.I.T. Announce Recall of Plastic Stack Chairs
CPSC recall 03051 · announced December 11, 2002 · S.i.t · 80,000 units affected
The product
This recall involves "Cometa" green and white plastic stack chairs. UPC numbers 0-82294-319754 (white) and 0-82294-319785 (green) are located on a label on the front of the chair. "Made in Italy" and "Not Recommended for Use on Polished or Smooth Surfaces" are also printed on the label.
The hazard
The chairs can collapse during use, causing the consumer to suffer injuries from falls.
What to do (per CPSC)
Consumers should stop using these plastic chairs immediately and contact S.I.T. to receive a refund.
Notes
Incidents (per CPSC): S.I.T. has received two reports of the chairs collapsing. No injuries have been reported.
Sold at: Drug stores sold the plastic stack chairs nationwide, from April 2000 through September 2002, for between $4 and $6.
Consumer contact: For more information, consumers can contact S.I.T. toll-free at (800) 611-4664 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday.
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission public recall data. This page reports official records and is not legal, medical, or repair advice.