CPSC2012-10-23
JELD-WEN Recalls to Repair Interior Bifold Doors Due to Impact Hazard
JELD-WEN, Inc., of Klamath Falls, Ore.
Hazard
The lower pivot pin can break causing the door to disengage from the overhead track, posing an impact hazard.
Remedy
Consumers should stop using the doors and contact JELD-WEN for assistance in identifying and obtaining free replacement hardware and technical assistance.
Sold at
Home Depot, Lowe's and other building products retailers between February 2011 and March 2012 for about $40 to $80.
Affected count
About 170,800
Injuries reported
JELD-WEN is aware of twelve incidents of broken pivot pins causing the bifold doors to disengage from the overhead track, including three incidents involving minor injuries.
Manufactured in
United States
Remedy type
Replace
Products
JELD-WEN and Reliabilt Interior Bifold Doors
Consumer contact
JELD-WEN toll-free at (877) 228-4888 between 7 a.m. and 6 p.m. CT Monday through Friday, online at www.jeld-wen.com or directly to the product safety page at www.jeld-wen.com/newhardware for more information.
Official notice
https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2013/JELD-WEN-Recalls-to-Repair-Interior-Bifold-Doors-Due-to-Impact-HazardDon't want to check this manually?
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