Playland International Recalls Swing Sets Due to Fall Hazard
CPSC recall 09118 · announced February 4, 2009 · Playland International, Carrollton, Ga · 700 units affected
The product
The recall includes swings sets with a 3.5-inch arch swing frame and a 3.5-inch top metal bar. The recalled swing sets come in red, orange, yellow, blue, tan, white, black, brown, teal, green, fuchsia, burgundy and purple.
The hazard
The metal around the weld at the top of the swing frame can fail, causing the top bar to fall, posing a fall and impact hazard to the user or bystanders.
What to do (per CPSC)
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled swing sets and contact Playland for instruction on receiving and installing a free repair kit.
Notes
Incidents (per CPSC): The firm received one report of a child who suffered a head injury as a result of being struck by the top of the bar on the swing.
Sold at: Playland International dealers nationwide from September 2001 through May 2006 for between $800 and $2300.
Consumer contact: For additional information, contact Playland International at (800) 356-4727 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's Web site at www.playland-inc.com, or e-mail the firm at swingrecall@playland-inc.com
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission public recall data. This page reports official records and is not legal, medical, or repair advice.