CPSC, Whittier Wood Products Announce Recall of Pub Stools
U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission recall (2005-08-18). Hazards: fall. Models: 986KFRS. About 2,200 units in the US.
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
|---|---|
| Recall number | 05597 |
| Published | 2005-08-18 |
| Last updated | 2024-12-30 |
| Product category | Chairs, Stools & Benches |
| Products | Chelsea Pub Stool |
| Firm named in the title | Whittier Wood Products |
| Firms | Whittier Wood Products, of Eugene, Ore. (distributor) |
| Manufactured in | Brazil |
| Units (US) | 2,200 |
| Model numbers | 986KFRS |
| Hazard classes | fall |
| Remedy classes | repair, replace |
| Sold | Home Centers, Garden Centers, Outdoor Furniture Specialty Retailers, and Unfinished Furniture stores nationwide, from December 2004 through June 2005, for between $69 and $129. |
Description
The stool is marketed under the brand name of GardenWood Furniture. The recalled pub stools include the Chelsea Pub Stools model numbers 986W and 986KFRS, as indicated on the outside of the box. Both stools are constructed with wood legs, seats, and back-rests. Seat height is 30 inches and was sold both unfinished (W) as well as in a clear, penetrating oil finish (KFRS). Units with Lot code #06222005 are not affected by this recall.
Hazard
The amount of glue used to bond and hold the joints together on these stools could be insufficient. These stools could break and collapse during use, causing consumers to fall.
Remedy
Consumers can contact Whittier Wood Products to receive a replacement stool or a free, in-home repair kit.
Incidents and injuries
None reported.
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