CPSC, Planet 3 Announce Recall of Television Stands Sold at Circuit City
CPSC recall 04515 · announced November 20, 2003 · Planet 3 · 3,500 units affected
The product
These are "Cherry Bentwood" model television stands. The three-tier stands are made from mahogany wood and have curved glass ends. They are 30 inches high and 45 inches wide, and sold for use with televisions up to 36 inches in diameter. Model number PTT 22018 is written on the packaging and instructions. There is no writing on the stands themselves.
The hazard
The television stand can tip over when a television is placed on it, possibly causing injuries to nearby consumers or death to young children.
What to do (per CPSC)
Consumers should remove televisions from these stands immediately and return the stands to Circuit City for a refund.
Notes
Incidents (per CPSC): None Reported.
Sold at: Circuit City stores nationwide, from July 2003 through September 2003, for about $250.
Consumer contact: Contact Planet 3 toll-free at (888) 616-5700 between 8:30 a.m. and 5 p.m. CT 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.