CPSC2011-08-30
Pacific Cycle Recalls Swing Sets Due to Fall Hazard; Sold Exclusively at Toys R Us
Pacific Cycle Inc., of Madison, Wis.
Hazard
The sling-style swing seats can crack or split prematurely, posing a fall hazard to consumers.
Remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using the sling-style swing seats, remove the seats from the swing set and contact Pacific Cycle to obtain free replacement seats.
Sold at
Toys R Us stores nationwide from January 2011 through May 2011 for about $270.
Affected count
About 5,500
Injuries reported
Pacific Cycle has received five reports of the sling-style swing seats breaking during use, including reports of minor injuries involving bruises and scrapes.
Manufactured in
China
Remedy type
Replace
Products
Playsafe Dartmouth Swing Set
Consumer contact
For additional information, contact Pacific Cycle toll-free at (877) 564-2261 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. CT, Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's website at www.pacific-cycle.com or email customerservice@pacific-cycle.com
Official notice
https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2011/Pacific-Cycle-Recalls-Swing-Sets-Due-to-Fall-Hazard-Sold-Exclusively-at-Toys-R-UsDon't want to check this manually?
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