J.C. Penney Recalls Spindle-Back Chairs Due to Fall Hazard
U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission recall (2007-08-23). Hazards: fall. About 4,000 units in the US.
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
|---|---|
| Recall number | 07288 |
| Published | 2007-08-23 |
| Last updated | 2014-05-23 |
| Product category | Chairs, Stools & Benches |
| Products | Windsor Spindle-Back Side Chairs |
| Firm named in the title | J.C. Penney |
| Firms | J.C. Penney, of Plano, Texas (importer) |
| Manufactured in | Malaysia |
| Units (US) | 4,000 |
| Hazard classes | fall |
| Remedy classes | refund, replace, stop use |
| Sold | Exclusively through J.C. Penney catalog and online stores from April 2006 through June 2007 for about $250 for a set of four chairs. |
Description
This recall involves the Windsor Spindle-Back side chair sets. The set is comprised of four chairs made of solid hardwood. Each chair measures 36 inches high. The backs and legs are painted white and the seat is a natural wood color.
Hazard
The wood stretchers can split while in use and the chairs can collapse, posing a fall hazard to consumers.
Remedy
Consumers should stop using the recalled chairs immediately and contact J.C. Penney to obtain free replacement chairs. Consumers also can return the chairs to their closest J.C. Penney store for a full refund.
Incidents and injuries
J.C. Penney has received four reports of chairs splitting and collapsing. One minor whiplash injury has been reported.
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