CPSC, Rivers Edge/Ardisam, Inc. Announce Recall of Tree Stands
U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission recall (2004-07-06). Hazards: fall. About 78,000 units in the US.
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
|---|---|
| Recall number | 04173 |
| Published | 2004-07-06 |
| Last updated | 2025-02-28 |
| Product category | Hunting Accessories |
| Products | Big Foot Series and Lite Foot Series hunting tree stands |
| Firm named in the title | Rivers Edge/Ardisam, Inc. |
| Firms | Rivers Edge/Ardisam, Inc., of Cumberland, Wis. (manufacturer) |
| Manufactured in | United States |
| Units (US) | 78,000 |
| Hazard classes | fall |
| Remedy classes | replace |
| Sold | Hunting stores and catalogs nationwide, beginning in January 1998, for between $60 and $120. The tree stands were manufactured from January 1998 though July 2001. |
Description
The recalled Big Foot and Lite Foot Series hunting tree stands are "hang-on" stands that can be identified by a yellow warning label affixed to the stand that reads: "Rivers Edge Hunting Products." These tree stands have dual post seat uprights and a gold-colored strap hook bracket. Only these model tree stands with the gold-colored bracket are included in this recall.
Hazard
If the strap mounting bracket loosens or rotates, the strap hook can release, causing the tree stand to detach from the tree. If this occurs, the consumer could fall to the ground.
Remedy
Consumers should contact Rivers Edge/Ardisam, Inc. to receive free replacement hardware for self-installation.
Incidents and injuries
Rivers Edge/Ardisam, Inc. has received three reports of consumers falling when their stands detached. Two of these consumers reportedly suffered serious injuries, including broken bones.
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