CPSC2016-01-14
Steelcase Recalls Chairs Due to Fall Hazard
Steelcase Inc., of Grand Rapids, Mich.
Hazard
The screws connecting the seat and back to the base of the chair can detach, posing a fall hazard to the user.
Remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled chairs and contact Steelcase to arrange for a free repair.
Sold at
Steelcase independently owned dealers nationwide from August 2005 to June 2015 for between $500 and $1,550.
Affected count
About 17,000
Injuries reported
The firm has received 311 reports of incidents, including one report of an injury.
Manufactured in
United States, Mexico
Remedy type
Repair
Products
Rocky model swivel chairs
Consumer contact
Steelcase at 800-210-5109 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday or online at www.steelcase.com and click on “Rocky Chair Recall” for more information. Consumers can also email Steelcase at retrofits@steelcase.com.
Official notice
https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2016/Steelcase-Recalls-ChairsDon't want to check this manually?
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