Outdoor Solutions Hammock and Sunshade Recalled by H-E-B Due to Fall Hazard
CPSC recall 13235 · announced July 3, 2013 · Heb Grocery · 700 units affected
The product
The Outdoor Solutions Hammock and Sunshade is a stand-alone, light-brown canvas hammock that sits inside a steel and plastic frame. It has a detachable sunshade affixed to the hammock. The product was sold in a light brown canvas bag with handles. A tag affixed to the outside of the canvas bag includes the product name, model number 147184 and UPC number 4122088609.
The hazard
The seam in the lounge of the hammock can open and rip, posing a fall hazard.
What to do (per CPSC)
Consumers should immediately stop using the hammock, dissemble it and contact H-E-B for a full refund. Remedy type: Refund
Notes
Incidents (per CPSC): The firm received two reports of seams tearing. Bruising and discomfort were reported in one incident.
Sold at: Exclusively at Texas H-E-B stores between February 2013 and June 2013 for about $76.
Consumer contact: H-E-B at (800) 432-3113 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. CT Monday through Friday or online at http://www.heb.com and go to "About Us" and click on "Our Company" and then "Recalls" for more information.
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission public recall data. This page reports official records and is not legal, medical, or repair advice.