CPSC, Whittier Wood Products Announce Recall of Pub Stools
CPSC recall 05597 · announced August 18, 2005 · Whittier Wood Products · 2,200 units affected
The product
The stool is marketed under the brand name of GardenWood Furniture. The recalled pub stools include the Chelsea Pub Stools model numbers 986W and 986KFRS, as indicated on the outside of the box. Both stools are constructed with wood legs, seats, and back-rests. Seat height is 30 inches and was sold both unfinished (W) as well as in a clear, penetrating oil finish (KFRS). Units with Lot code #06222005 are not affected by this recall.
The hazard
The amount of glue used to bond and hold the joints together on these stools could be insufficient. These stools could break and collapse during use, causing consumers to fall.
What to do (per CPSC)
Consumers can contact Whittier Wood Products to receive a replacement stool or a free, in-home repair kit.
Notes
Incidents (per CPSC): None reported.
Sold at: Home Centers, Garden Centers, Outdoor Furniture Specialty Retailers, and Unfinished Furniture stores nationwide, from December 2004 through June 2005, for between $69 and $129.
Consumer contact: Call the firm at (800) 653-3336, Ext. 164 or Ext. 251 between 7 a.m. and 5 p.m. PT 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.