Cost Plus World Market Recalls Twist Swivel Stools Due to Fall Hazard
U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission recall (2015-05-12). Hazards: fall. About 125,000 units in the US.
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
|---|---|
| Recall number | 15134 |
| Published | 2015-05-12 |
| Last updated | 2015-05-12 |
| Product category | Bar and Kitchen Stools |
| Products | Twist Swivel Stools |
| Firm named in the title | Cost Plus World Market |
| Firms | Cost Plus Management Services Inc., of Oakland, Calif. (distributor) |
| Manufactured in | Indonesia |
| Units (US) | 125,000 |
| Hazard classes | fall |
| Remedy classes | refund, replace, stop use |
| Sold | Cost Plus World Market and World Market stores nationwide and online at www.worldmarket.com from February 2011 through February 2015 for about $120. |
Description
This recall involves twist swivel stools with a light brown-finish wood seat and base with four black metal legs. The stools measure 24.5 inches high in the non-extended position and 29.5 inches when fully extended. SKU number 438000 is printed on the UPC sticker attached to the underside of the stool seat.
Hazard
The weld joint attaching the stool seat to the center post can break, posing a fall hazard.
Remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled stool and return it to any Cost Plus World Market or World Market store for a full refund. Refunds can be used toward the purchase of a replacement stool when it becomes available.
Incidents and injuries
The firm has received 12 reports of the stool's joint breaking. No injuries have been reported.
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