Cost Plus World Market Recalls Twist Swivel Stools Due to Fall Hazard

CPSC recall 15134 · announced May 12, 2015 · Cost Plus Management Services · 125,000 units affected

The product

This recall involves twist swivel stools with a light brown-finish wood seat and base with four black metal legs. The stools measure 24.5 inches high in the non-extended position and 29.5 inches when fully extended. SKU number 438000 is printed on the UPC sticker attached to the underside of the stool seat.

The hazard

The weld joint attaching the stool seat to the center post can break, posing a fall hazard.

What to do (per CPSC)

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled stool and return it to any Cost Plus World Market or World Market store for a full refund. Refunds can be used toward the purchase of a replacement stool when it becomes available. Remedy type: Refund

Official CPSC recall notice →

Notes

Incidents (per CPSC): The firm has received 12 reports of the stool's joint breaking. No injuries have been reported.
Sold at: Cost Plus World Market and World Market stores nationwide and online at www.worldmarket.com from February 2011 through February 2015 for about $120.
Consumer contact: Cost Plus World Market toll-free at (877) 967-5362 from 7 a.m. to midnight ET daily or online at www.worldmarket.com and click on "Product 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.