CPSC2006-10-25
Wal-Mart Recalls Home Trends Footstools for Collapse Hazard
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Hazard
Due to improper construction, the stool can break and collapse, posing a fall hazard to consumers.
Remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using the product and return it to Wal-Mart for a full refund.
Sold at
Wal-Mart stores exclusively nationwide from December 2005 through September 2006 for about $10.
Affected count
About 165,000
Injuries reported
Wal-Mart has received nine reports of the footstools breaking. There have been seven reports of injuries, including a broken toe, neck and shoulder soreness, cuts, bruises, swelling, a slight concussion, and whiplash.
Manufactured in
Malaysia
Products
Home Trends Wood Footstools
Consumer contact
Call Wal-Mart toll free at (800) 925-6278 between 7 a.m. and 9 p.m. CT Monday through Friday, or visit www.walmartstores.com for more information.
Official notice
https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2007/Wal-Mart-Recalls-Home-Trends-Footstools-for-Collapse-HazardDon't want to check this manually?
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