CPSC2011-01-25
Steelcase Recalls Cachet Swivel Chairs Due to Fall Hazard
Steelcase Inc., of Grand Rapids, Mich.
Hazard
The front seat support part of the chair can crack and fail, posing a fall hazard to consumers.
Remedy
Steelcase will replace chairs for individual consumers who purchased chairs online or from retail outlets listed above. For all commercial customers who purchase chairs in quantity, Steelcase will replace the chair support parts. Chairs should be inspected for cracks in the front seat support according to the instructions posted at http://recall.steelcase.com. If any cracks are identified, consumers should immediately stop using the chairs and contact Steelcase. Even if no cracks are identified, consumers should contact Steelcase to arrange for the replacement process and periodically check for cracks until the chair supports are replaced.
Sold at
Authorized Steelcase dealers and retail outlets including Healthy Back Store, CSN, Home Office Solutions, Office & Company and Sam Flax stores nationwide and online at www.store.steelcase.com between May 2002 and November 2009 for up to $600.
Affected count
About 165,000
Injuries reported
The firm has received one report of a chair support failure resulting in a back injury.
Manufactured in
United States
Remedy type
Replace
Products
Cachet Swivel Chairs
Consumer contact
For additional information, contact Steelcase toll-free at (800) 391-7194 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday or visit the firm's website at http://recall.steelcase.com. Consumers can also email the firm at cachetrecall@steelcase.com
Official notice
https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2011/Steelcase-Recalls-Cachet-Swivel-Chairs-Due-to-Fall-HazardDon't want to check this manually?
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