Foldable Steel Hammock Stand Sold at Lowe's Stores Recalled
U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission recall (2006-06-13). Hazards: fall, impact injury. About 1,000 units in the US.
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
|---|---|
| Recall number | 06188 |
| Published | 2006-06-13 |
| Last updated | 2024-06-25 |
| Product category | Hammocks |
| Products | Garden Treasures Foldable Steel Hammock Stand |
| Firms | Shin Crest PTE, Ltd, of China (manufacturer); L G Sourcing Inc., of North Wilkesboro, N.C. (importer) |
| Manufactured in | China |
| Units (US) | 1,000 |
| Hazard classes | fall, impact injury |
| Remedy classes | refund, stop use |
| Sold | Lowe's stores nationwide from December 2005 through March 2006 for about $100. |
Description
The recalled hammock stand is black steel, is foldable, and has two wheels. The item number, 226724, is printed on the box in which the hammock stand was sold, and on the instructions that were provided with the hammock stand.
Hazard
The welds attaching the arms to the frame of the hammock stand can fail, allowing the hammock to fall. Users can be injured from falling to the ground, striking the hammock stand's base, or being struck by the arms of the hammock stand.
Remedy
Consumers should stop using the recalled hammock stands immediately and return them to any Lowe's store to receive a full refund.
Incidents and injuries
There have been three reports of the hammock stands breaking at the welds. Six people have reported injuries from falling, including a head laceration requiring stitches, bruises and neck and back pain.
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