CPSC2005-01-25
CPSC, Jumpking Inc.® Announce Recall of Trampolines, Enclosures
Jumpking Inc.® of Mesquite, Texas
Hazard
Welds on the frame of these trampolines can break during use, resulting in falls and possible injuries. Additionally, the mounting brackets of the FunRing enclosures have sharp edges, which can cause lacerations.
Remedy
Consumers should stop using the trampolines and/or the enclosures, and contact Jumpking to receive free repair kits.
Sold at
The trampolines with enclosures were sold at discount, department and toy stores nationwide and in Canada from July 1999 through December 2003 for between $350 and $450. Trampolines without FunRing enclosures were sold from July 1999 through February 2004 for between $180 and $220. FunRing enclosures were sold separately for between $150 and $250.
Affected count
About 1 million trampolines and about 296,000 "FunRing" enclosures
Injuries reported
Jumpking has received 47 reports of one or more welds breaking on these trampolines. This resulted in 21 reports of a variety of injuries, including a concussion; head, neck and back injuries; a broken arm; sprains; lacerations; and bruises. The firm also received 12 reports of other incidents, including nine reports of serious lacerations, when children came into contact with the sharp edges of the enclosure brackets.
Manufactured in
United States, China
Products
Jumpking Trampolines and "FunRing" Enclosures
Consumer contact
To order the repair kits or for more information, contact Jumpking Inc. toll-free at (866) 302-8669 between 9 a.m. and 6 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or go to the company's Web site at www.jumpking.com
Official notice
https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2005/CPSC-Jumpking-Inc-Announce-Recall-of-Trampolines-Enclosures-Don't want to check this manually?
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