Reclining Lounge Chairs Sold at Menards Stores Recalled for Collapsing Hazard
CPSC recall 07247 · announced July 20, 2007 · Yotrio · 15,000 units affected
The product
This recall involves Rockingham deluxe reclining lounge chairs. The folding lounge chairs have an orange mesh covering that attaches to a steel frame by a woven cord. The high-back chairs measure 40 inches long by 28 inches wide by 46 inches high and have a padded headrest. A hangtag attached to the chair reads in part "Backyard Creations" and "Deluxe Rockingham Reclining Chair."
The hazard
Faulty support brackets and/or weak frames can cause the chairs to collapse, posing a fall and severe laceration hazard to consumers.
What to do (per CPSC)
Consumers should stop using the recalled chairs immediately and return them to the store where purchased for a full refund.
Notes
Incidents (per CPSC): Yotrio has received one report of a chair collapsing, causing to the consumer to fall to the ground. No injuries have been reported.
Sold at: Menards stores from March 2007 through May 2007 for between $40 and $60.
Consumer contact: For additional information, contact Yotrio at (800) 793-7055 between 8 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. PT Monday through Friday. Consumers can also visit the firm's Web site at www.yotrioint.com
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission public recall data. This page reports official records and is not legal, medical, or repair advice.