J.C. Penney Recalls Spindle-Back Chairs Due to Fall Hazard
CPSC recall 07288 · announced August 23, 2007 · J.c. Penney · 4,000 units affected
The product
This recall involves the Windsor Spindle-Back side chair sets. The set is comprised of four chairs made of solid hardwood. Each chair measures 36 inches high. The backs and legs are painted white and the seat is a natural wood color.
The hazard
The wood stretchers can split while in use and the chairs can collapse, posing a fall hazard to consumers.
What to do (per CPSC)
Consumers should stop using the recalled chairs immediately and contact J.C. Penney to obtain free replacement chairs. Consumers also can return the chairs to their closest J.C. Penney store for a full refund.
Notes
Incidents (per CPSC): J.C. Penney has received four reports of chairs splitting and collapsing. One minor whiplash injury has been reported.
Sold at: Exclusively through J.C. Penney catalog and online stores from April 2006 through June 2007 for about $250 for a set of four chairs.
Consumer contact: For additional information, contact J.C. Penney toll-free at (888) 333-6063 anytime or visit the company's Web site at www.jcp.com
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission public recall data. This page reports official records and is not legal, medical, or repair advice.