Bluestem Brands and Tone World International Recall Recliner Chair Due to Violation of Lead Paint Standards
CPSC recall 12738 · announced June 21, 2012 · Bluestem Brands · 405 units affected
The product
The recalled adult-sized recliner chairs have wooden legs. The chairs include a reclining function and foot rest extension. The fabric is jacquard in a paisley design. The phrases: "Manufactured By Xiamen Xinzhjheng Foam Products Co., LTD Xiang-Bei Industrial Area, Xiang' An District, Xiamen" and "Made in China" are printed on a label located on the underside of the recliner chair.
The hazard
The surface paint on the legs of the recliner contains excessive levels of lead which is prohibited under federal law.
What to do (per CPSC)
Consumers should contact Tone World International Inc. to receive free replacement legs along with instructions on removing the old legs and attaching the new ones. Remedy type: Replace
Notes
Incidents (per CPSC): None reported.
Sold at: Fingerhut catalogs, Fingerhut.com and Gettington.com from July 2011 through January 2012.
Consumer contact: For more information, contact Tone World International Inc. at jeffg@twmpls.com or call collect at (763) 513-9596 between 9 a.m. and 4 p.m. CT Monday through Friday.
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission public recall data. This page reports official records and is not legal, medical, or repair advice.