Primal Vantage Expands Recall of Plastic Tree Steps Due to Fall Hazard
U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission recall (2010-05-19). Hazards: fall. Models: 105, 155. About 40,000 units in the US.
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
|---|---|
| Recall number | 10236 |
| Published | 2010-05-19 |
| Last updated | 2014-05-23 |
| Product category | Hunting Accessories |
| Products | Ameristep Plastic Strap-On Tree Steps |
| Firm named in the title | Primal Vantage |
| Firms | Primal Vantage Co., Inc., of Randolph, N.J. (manufacturer) |
| Manufactured in | China |
| Units (US) | 40,000 |
| Model numbers | 105, 155 |
| Hazard classes | fall |
| Remedy classes | refund, stop use |
| Sold | The product was sold from April 2008 through November 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. Model numbers 105 and 155 both have a "08", which is stamped on the plastic portion of the step denoting the year of manufacture.
Hazard
The plastic portion of the step can break, posing a fall hazard to the user.
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 six complaints of step breakage, including two reports of consumers being bruised and cut.
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