CPSC2016-06-14
Grand Rapids Chair Recalls Chairs and Barstools Due to Risk of Injury (Recall Alert)
Grand Rapids Chair Company, of Byron Center, Mich.
Hazard
The back leg of the chairs can bend and the seat tabs or screws on the seat can loosen. When loose, pinch points between the seat and steel frame are created, posing a risk of injury.
Remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using these recalled chairs and barstools and contact Grand Rapids Chair Company to schedule a free repair.
Sold at
Grand Rapids Chair sales representatives and distributors, both directly to end users and in the company's commercial showrooms in Byron Center, Mich. and Chicago, Ill. from June 2014 through January 2016 for between $150 and $200.
Affected count
About 2,300
Injuries reported
The firm has received three reports of finger injuries including a finger laceration, bruise and fracture.
Manufactured in
United States
Remedy type
Repair
Products
Sadie Chairs and barstools
Consumer contact
Grand Rapids Chair Company toll-free at (866) 453-4748 from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, email at quality@grandrapidschair.com or http://grandrapidschair.com/ for more information.
Official notice
https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2016/Grand-Rapids-Chair-Recalls-Chairs-and-BarstoolsDon't want to check this manually?
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