Primal Vantage Recalls Plastic Tree Steps Due to Fall Hazard
U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission recall (2010-01-07). Hazards: fall. Models: 105, 155, 12/08. About 16,000 units in the US.
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
|---|---|
| Recall number | 10101 |
| Published | 2010-01-07 |
| Last updated | 2014-05-23 |
| Product category | Hunting Accessories |
| Products | Ameristep Plastic Strap-On Tree Step |
| Firm named in the title | Primal Vantage |
| Firms | Primal Vantage Co., Inc., of Randolph, N.J. (manufacturer) |
| Manufactured in | China |
| Units (US) | 16,000 |
| Model numbers | 105, 155, 12/08 |
| Hazard classes | fall |
| Remedy classes | refund, stop use |
| Sold | The product was sold in 2009 at various outdoor and sporting goods retailers nationwide as a 3-step package in model 105 or as a single step in model 155. |
Description
Product is a plastic tree step that attaches to a tree via a nylon strap and a large metal buckle. It is used to climb a tree in order to hunt from an elevated position. Models 105 and 155 both have a 12/08 date code, which is stamped on the plastic portion of the step.
Hazard
Fall
Remedy
Consumers should stop using the tree steps immediately. They should contact Primal Vantage for details on how to obtain a full refund. Consumers are asked not to return the product to retail stores as refunds can only be provided by Primal Vantage.
Incidents and injuries
Primal Vantage has received five complaints of step breakage, including two reports of consumers being bruised and cut.
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