Walmart Recalls Tripod Stools Due to Fall Hazard
CPSC recall 16271 · announced September 29, 2016 · Walmart · 2,600 units affected
The product
This recall involves Mahco Inc. tripod stools with three steel legs and a REALTREE logo pattern camouflage polyester fabric seat. The steel legs have plastic caps on both ends and a round plastic hub that connects the three legs. The stools measure about 17 inches high by 13 inches wide. There is a black polyester carry strap attached to the bottom of the stool seat. Mahco Inc. is printed on an orange and black hang tag attached to the stools.
The hazard
The plastic collar that connects the three legs can break, posing a fall hazard to consumers.
What to do (per CPSC)
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled stools and return them to Walmart for a full refund. Remedy type: Refund
Notes
Incidents (per CPSC): None reported
Sold at: Walmart stores nationwide and online at Walmart.com from June 2016 through August 2016 for about $6.
Consumer contact: Walmart at 800-925-6278 from 7 a.m. to 9 p.m. CT Monday through Friday or online at www.walmartstores.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.