Shadescapes Recalls Pool and Patio Umbrellas Due to Injury Hazard (Recall Alert)
CPSC recall 19708 · announced October 25, 2018 · Umbrosa · 200 units affected
The product
This recall involves Umbrosa Evolution pool and patio umbrellas with the Evolution flexible arm/holder. The recalled umbrellas were sold in a variety of colors. "Umbrosa" is printed on the arm/holder.
The hazard
The umbrella arm can break while in use, posing an injury hazard.
What to do (per CPSC)
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled umbrellas and contact ShadeScapes to receive a free replacement umbrella arm/holder. ShadeScapes is contacting all known purchasers directly. Remedy type: Replace
Notes
Incidents (per CPSC): ShadeScapes has received 21 reports of the umbrellas breaking. No injuries have been reported.
Sold at: ShadeScapes showroom in Hotchkiss, Colorado and through ShadeScapes dealers and other design professionals from March 2016 through June 2018 for between $1,800 and $7,600.
Consumer contact: ShadeScapes toll-free at 888-770-7157 from 8 a.m. to 7 p.m. ET Monday through Friday or online at http://shadescapesamericas.com/products/umbrosa-evolution/ and click on “Important Safety Information” 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.