CPSC and Royal Outdoor Products Announce Recall of Colonial Vinyl Deck Post Kits
U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission recall (2002-07-17). About 1,250 units in the US.
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
|---|---|
| Recall number | 02201 |
| Published | 2002-07-17 |
| Last updated | 2025-09-26 |
| Product category | Decking Materials |
| Products | Royal Colonial Vinyl Deck Post Kits |
| Firm named in the title | Royal Outdoor Products |
| Firms | Royal Outdoor Products, of Woodbridge, Ontario, Canada (manufacturer) |
| Manufactured in | Canada |
| Units (US) | 1,250 |
| Remedy classes | stop use |
| Sold | Home Depot stores in the mid-Atlantic region sold these deck post kits, from February 2002 through April 2002, for about $30. |
Description
The recalled Royal Colonial Vinyl Deck Post Kit is intended for use with the Royal pre-built vinyl deck rail system. The 4-inch square post has a "lathe turned" design in the middle. A label with the words "Royal Outdoor Products" and "R008-45-136" is affixed to the bottom of each post. Each kit contains one post. The posts were made in Canada.
Hazard
Cracks can develop near the base of the posts. This can allow the railing to collapse, potentially injuring people on the deck.
Remedy
Consumers should stop using the product immediately and contact Royal Outdoor Products to receive a free reinforcement kit.
Incidents and injuries
CPSC and Royal Outdoor Products have received seven reports of the posts cracking and one report in which the post failed. Royal Outdoor Products is not aware of any injuries associated with the posts cracking or failing.
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