CPSC2022-06-30
ShelterLogic Group Recalls RIO-Branded Swinging Hammock Chairs Due to Injury Hazard; New Instructions Provided
ShelterLogic Group, owner of RIO Brands, of Watertown, Connecticut
Hazard
Improper insertion of the pins provided for assembly can cause the chair's legs to collapse, posing an injury hazard to the user.
Remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled chairs until they have reviewed the new instructions and the pins are properly inserted into the chair's legs per the instructions. Consumers should contact ShelterLogic Group to receive the new instructions that will help verify proper and safe pin insertion. New instructions can also be found at www.Safety.ShelterLogic.com.
Sold at
Blain's Farm & Fleet, Camping World, Costco, Lowe's and Tractor Supply Company stores nationwide and online at Amazon.com, CampingWorld.com, Costco.com, Lowes.com and Walmart.com and other websites from January 2020 through June 2022 for between $40 and $60.
Affected count
About 786,000
Injuries reported
ShelterLogic Group has received 24 reports of incidents that resulted in injuries such as bruises, aches and pains, head lacerations, back strain, concussions and abrasions from consumers who fell while using the chair.
Manufactured in
China
Remedy type
New Instructions
Products
RIO-branded Swinging Hammock Chairs
Consumer contact
ShelterLogic toll-free at 888-635-3359 from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, by email at RIOcare@shelterlogic.com, or online at Safety.ShelterLogic.com or rio.shelterlogic.com and click on Product Recalls at the top of the page for more information.
Official notice
https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2022/ShelterLogic-Group-Recalls-RIO-Branded-Swinging-Hammock-Chairs-Due-to-Injury-Hazard-New-Instructions-ProvidedDon't want to check this manually?
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