Trampolines Recalled by Sportspower Limited Due to Fall Hazard; Sold Exclusively at Walmart
CPSC recall 12172 · announced May 9, 2012 · Sportspower Limited · 92,000 units affected
The product
The recall involves the Sportspower BouncePro 14' Trampolines with brown mesh netting. UPC codes 68706404210, and 68706404244 are printed on the trampoline box. "Sportspower BouncePro 14" and "TR-14-63-A" are printed on a plate on the leg of the trampoline frame. The trampolines are surrounded by brown netting measuring about 6 feet high on the perimeter of the trampoline. The netting is designed to contain individuals bouncing on the trampoline.
The hazard
The netting surrounding these trampolines can break, allowing children to fall through the netting and be injured.
What to do (per CPSC)
Consumers should stop using the trampolines immediately and contact Sportspower to receive replacement black netting for the trampoline. Remedy type: Replace
Notes
Incidents (per CPSC): Sportspower has received 17 reports of the net breaking, resulting in 11 injuries including broken bones, back and neck injuries, and contusions.
Sold at: Walmart stores nationwide from February 2009 through February 2012 for about $275.
Consumer contact: For additional information, contact Sportspower's customer service hotline toll-free at (888) 965-0565 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's website at http://www.sportspowerltd.net/recall-bouncepro-14ft.html, or send an e-mail to Sportspower at customerservice@sportspowerltd.net
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission public recall data. This page reports official records and is not legal, medical, or repair advice.