Hammocks Sold by LivingXL Recalled Due to Fall Hazard
CPSC recall 08564 · announced April 29, 2008 · Cmrg Apparel · 400 units affected
The product
The recalled hammocks are Model X1010 multi texteline hammock and Model X1011 striped quilted hammock. They consist of a metal frame and cloth hammock. The metal frame is made of steel, is beige in color, and has five pieces, including two foot brackets. The model number is located on the hammock's packaging and/or instruction sheet.
The hazard
The metal frame for the hammocks can crack and break, causing a consumer to fall to the ground.
What to do (per CPSC)
Consumers should immediately stop using the hammocks and contact LivingXL for instructions on returning the hammock to receive a full refund. LivingXL is directly notifying consumers who purchased the hammock about the recall.
Notes
Incidents (per CPSC): LivingXL has received three reports of injuries, including lower back pain and broken ribs, when the hammock collapsed after the frame broke or cracked.
Sold at: LivingXL's catalog or at www.LivingXL.com from May 2007 through October 2007 for between $170 and $200.
Consumer contact: For additional information, contact LivingXL at (800) 535-7639 extension 7777 anytime, or visit the company's Web site at www.LivingXL.com
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission public recall data. This page reports official records and is not legal, medical, or repair advice.