CPSC2007-11-27
Meijer Inc. Recalls Firepits; Product Can Tip Over and Pose a Fire Hazard
Meijer Inc., of Grand Rapids, Mich.
Hazard
The legs of the firepit can bend or snap off during use, causing the firepit to tip over and in turn the fire can escape. This poses a fire hazard to consumers.
Remedy
Consumers should stop using the recalled firepits immediately and return them to their nearest Meijer retailer for a full refund.
Sold at
Meijer retail stores in Michigan, Ohio, Illinois, Indiana, and Kentucky from September 2004 through August 2007 for about $60.
Affected count
About 6,000
Injuries reported
The firm has received reports of two incidents in which the legs of the firepits bowed in and buckled. No injuries have been reported.
Manufactured in
Taiwan
Products
Grand Gourmet Firepits
Consumer contact
For additional information, contact Meijer toll-free at (866) 280-8419 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET or visit the company's Web site at www.meijer.com
Official notice
https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2008/Meijer-Inc-Recalls-Firepits-Product-Can-Tip-Over-and-Pose-a-Fire-HazardDon't want to check this manually?
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