CPSC2007-10-30
Target Recalls Home Patio Sets Due to Fall Hazard
Target, of Minneapolis, Minn.
Hazard
The chair can collapse when weight is applied to the front end of the arm rests, posing a fall hazard to consumers.
Remedy
Consumers should stop using the recalled patio sets immediately and return the entire six-piece set to any Target store for a full refund.
Sold at
Target stores nationwide and on its Web site from November 2006 through July 2007 for about $130.
Affected count
About 40,000
Injuries reported
Target has received 35 reports of chairs collapsing, resulting in 18 injuries such as bruising to the back, hips, shoulders, arms and finger lacerations.
Manufactured in
China
Products
Home Patio Sets
Consumer contact
For additional information, contact Target at (800) 440-0680 between 7 a.m. and 6 p.m. CT Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's Web site at www.target.com
Official notice
https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2008/Target-Recalls-Home-Patio-Sets-Due-to-Fall-HazardDon't want to check this manually?
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