Heartland America Recalls Wooden Stools Due to Fall Hazard
CPSC recall 11736 · announced April 26, 2011 · Heartland America · 5,850 units affected
The product
The stool is an adjustable-height solid wood, 3-legged stool sold unassembled. The seat is 11 3/4-inch diameter. The stool height adjusts from 17 inches to 25 inches. A "Made in China" sticker is on the underside of the seat.
The hazard
The legs and seat of the stool can crack and break, causing the consumer to fall.
What to do (per CPSC)
Consumers should immediately stop using the stool and return it to Heartland of America for a full refund. Heartland America is contacting its customers directly. Remedy type: Refund
Notes
Incidents (per CPSC): Heartland has received 11 reports of incidents, including seven reports of injuries. Injuries include one person with a head laceration.
Sold at: Heartland America catalog and website for about $30 from June 2010 through February 2011.
Consumer contact: For more information, contact Heartland America at (800) 398-8163 Monday through Friday between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. CT or visit the firm's website at www.heartlandamerica.com/stoolrecall
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission public recall data. This page reports official records and is not legal, medical, or repair advice.