CPSC, L. Powell Co. Announces Recall of Glider Rockers
U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission recall (2000-12-18). Hazards: fall. Models: 139K, 144K. About 36,600 units in the US.
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
|---|---|
| Recall number | 01505 |
| Published | 2000-12-18 |
| Last updated | 2026-04-13 |
| Product category | Chairs, Stools & Benches |
| Products | Nostalgic Oak Bentwood Glider Rocker |
| Firm named in the title | L. Powell Co. |
| Firms | The L. Powell Co., of Culver City, Ca. (importer) |
| Manufactured in | Taiwan |
| Units (US) | 36,600 |
| Model numbers | 139K, 144K |
| Hazard classes | fall |
| Remedy classes | repair, stop use |
| Sold | Fingerhut mail order, furniture stores and specialty shops nationwide sold these glider rockers with and without an accompanying ottoman, from November 1999 to September 2000, for up to $145. |
Description
These are "Nostalgic Oak" Bentwood Glider Rockers with models numbers 139K, 139L, 144K and 144L. They move back and forth, using metal bearings. The model number is written only on the packaging. A label on the underside of these chairs reads, "Powell" and "Taiwan," and a white factory code sticker on the underside of these chairs reads "TZ." Rockers sold before November 1999 are not included in this recall.
Hazard
These glider rockers were manufactured improperly with soft wood and with nails, rather than with wood screws in the gliding joints. The glider rockers can break apart, causing occupants to fall to the floor.
Remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using the glider rockers, and contact L. Powell to receive a free repair kit to stabilize the rocker. Consumers were sent direct notification of this recall.
Incidents and injuries
L. Powell has received 44 reports of glider rockers breaking and causing consumers to fall, 12 of which involved minor injuries, such as scratches and bruises.
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