Grand Trunk Recalls Parachute Hammocks Due to Fall Hazard
U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission recall (2009-09-23). Hazards: fall. About 2,500 units in the US.
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
|---|---|
| Recall number | 09347 |
| Published | 2009-09-23 |
| Last updated | 2014-05-23 |
| Product category | Hammocks |
| Products | Single and Double "Parachute" Hammocks |
| Firm named in the title | Grand Trunk |
| Firms | Travel Hammock Inc., dba Grand Trunk, of Skokie, Ill. (manufacturer) |
| Manufactured in | Indonesia |
| Units (US) | 2,500 |
| Hazard classes | fall |
| Remedy classes | repair, stop use |
| Sold | Specialty outdoor retailers nationwide from July 2008 through June 2009 for between $50 and $60. |
Description
The recalled hammocks were sold in single and double versions and packaged in a nylon sack. The Grand Trunk logo is printed on the sack. The following models and colors are included in the recall: SH-01 (Single Olive/Khaki), SH-02 (Single Blue/Navy Blue), SH-06 (Single Royal/Khaki), DH-01 (Double Olive/Khaki), DH-02 (Double Lt. Blue/Yellow), DH-03(Double Navy/Silver), DH-04 (Double Navy/Red). The model number can be located on the product's hang tag.
Hazard
The hammock's supporting hooks can fail, causing occupants to fall and suffer injuries.
Remedy
Consumers should stop using the recalled hammocks immediately and contact the firm for a free repair kit.
Incidents and injuries
The firm has received nine incidents of hooks failing, resulting in bumps, bruises and/or scrapes.
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