CPSC2009-11-12
Treestands Recalled by Gander Mountain Company Due to Fall Hazard
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Hazard
The clasp may open unexpectedly if the strap is fastened incorrectly, causing the treestand and user to fall to the ground.
Remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled treestands and return them to Gander Mountain for a refund, exchange for a 2009 model or a store credit.
Sold at
The treestands were sold only at Gander Mountain stores from July 2008 until July 2009. The GMT101 was sold for about $60 and the GMT103 was sold for about $80.
Affected count
About 13,000
Injuries reported
Gander Mountain has received two reports of consumers falling while using the treestands: one sustained unspecified injuries and a second person sustained a broken pelvis and broken arm.
Manufactured in
China
Remedy type
Replace
Products
Hang-On Fixed Position Treestands
Consumer contact
For additional information, contact Gander Mountain at (888)-542-6337 Monday through Friday between 8 a.m. and 10 p.m and Saturday and Sunday between 9 a.m. and 8 p.m. ET or visit the firm's Web site at www.gandermountain.com
Official notice
https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2010/Treestands-Recalled-by-Gander-Mountain-Company-Due-to-Fall-HazardDon't want to check this manually?
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