CPSC2007-10-12
Collections Etc. Inc. Announces Recall of Double Hammocks Due to Fall Hazard
Transfar International Corp., of Taipei, Taiwan
Hazard
The wooden rods at the head and foot of the hammock used to extend the fabric can break, causing the hammock to collapse and the user to fall to the ground.
Remedy
Consumers should stop using the hammocks immediately and contact Collections Etc. for a full refund.
Sold at
Web sites and catalogs nationwide from May 2007 through August 2007 for about $20.
Affected count
9000
Injuries reported
Collections Etc. is aware of five reports of the wooden rods breaking, resulting in four reports of injuries, including minor cuts, and sore necks and backs.
Manufactured in
Taiwan
Products
Double Hammocks
Consumer contact
For more information, contact Collections Etc. at (800) 518-3020 between 8:30 a.m. and 7 p.m. CT Monday through Friday. Consumers also can also log onto the firm's Web site at www.collectionsetc.com
Official notice
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