Troxel Recalls Flexible Flyer Swing Sets Due to Fall Hazard
CPSC recall 12220 · announced July 11, 2012 · The Troxel · 100,500 units affected
The product
The Flexible Flyer swing sets come in 11 different models each with a see saw attachment along with swings, bars or a slide. The model number can be found on a sticker located underneath the center of the top bar of each swing set unit. Model numbers and names are listed below: Model # Model Name 41575 BIG ADVENTURE 41577 FUN FANTASTIC 41578 FUN FANTASTIC II 42003 BACKYARD FLYER 42013 BACKYARD FUN 42023 BACKYARD SWINGIN' FUN 42030 WINDSOR II 42124 FUN TIME 42126 FANTASTIC PLAYGROUND 42544 TRIPLE FUN 42560 TRIPLE FUN II
The hazard
The see saw seats can break away from the bolt fasteners during use, posing a fall hazard.
What to do (per CPSC)
Consumers should stop using the see saws immediately and contact Troxel to receive a free repair kit. Remedy type: Repair
Notes
Incidents (per CPSC): The firm received 1,232 reports of see saw seats breaking resulting in thirteen injuries to young children that included bumps, bruises and lacerations.
Sold at: Walmart, Toys R Us, Academy and at other specialty stores, and online retailers from December 2011 through May 2012 for between $130 and $280.
Consumer contact: For additional information, contact Troxel at (888) 770-7060 between the hours of 7 a.m. and 6 p.m. CT Monday through Friday or visit the company's website at http://www.regcen.com/flexibleflyer
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission public recall data. This page reports official records and is not legal, medical, or repair advice.