Foldable Steel Hammock Stand Sold at Lowe's Stores Recalled
CPSC recall 06188 · announced June 13, 2006 · Shin Crest Pte · 1,000 units affected
The product
The recalled hammock stand is black steel, is foldable, and has two wheels. The item number, 226724, is printed on the box in which the hammock stand was sold, and on the instructions that were provided with the hammock stand.
The hazard
The welds attaching the arms to the frame of the hammock stand can fail, allowing the hammock to fall. Users can be injured from falling to the ground, striking the hammock stand's base, or being struck by the arms of the hammock stand.
What to do (per CPSC)
Consumers should stop using the recalled hammock stands immediately and return them to any Lowe's store to receive a full refund.
Notes
Incidents (per CPSC): There have been three reports of the hammock stands breaking at the welds. Six people have reported injuries from falling, including a head laceration requiring stitches, bruises and neck and back pain.
Sold at: Lowe's stores nationwide from December 2005 through March 2006 for about $100.
Consumer contact: For more information, contact Lowe's stores toll-free at (866) 259-8170 anytime, or visit www.lowes.com, the Lowe's Home Centers, Inc. Web site.
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission public recall data. This page reports official records and is not legal, medical, or repair advice.