Steelcase Recalls Chairs Due to Fall Hazard
U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission recall (2016-01-14). Hazards: fall. Models: 112101, 112201S, 112201. About 17,000 units in the US.
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
|---|---|
| Recall number | 16074 |
| Published | 2016-01-14 |
| Last updated | 2016-01-14 |
| Product category | Chairs |
| Products | Rocky model swivel chairs |
| Firm named in the title | Steelcase |
| Firms | Steelcase Inc., of Grand Rapids, Mich. (importer) |
| Manufactured in | Mexico, United States |
| Units (US) | 17,000 |
| Model numbers | 112101, 112201S, 112201 |
| Hazard classes | fall |
| Remedy classes | repair, stop use |
| Sold | Steelcase independently owned dealers nationwide from August 2005 to June 2015 for between $500 and $1,550. |
Description
This recall involves 12 models of Steelcase "Rocky" style swivel chairs manufactured between 2005 and 2015. The molded polypropylene chairs were sold in black and white with the option of an upholstered seat and back, seat only or no upholstery. The chairs have a foldable seat, molded-in arms and either a four-star wheel base or a five-star wheel base. Model numbers can be found on the underside of the seat. Model Number Style 112101 Four-star Nesting Upholstered Seat 112201S Four-star Nesting Upholstered Seat 112201 Four-star Nesting Upholstered Seat and Back 112301 Five-star Non-Upholstered 112401S Five-star Upholstered Back 112401 Five-star Upholstered Seat and Back 112301ST Five-star Stool Non-Upholstered 112401SST Five-star Stool Upholstered Seat 112401ST Five-star Stool Upholstered Seat and Back 112301J Jury Base Non-Upholstered 112401SJ Jury Base Upholstered Seat 112401J Jury Base Upholstered Seat and Back
Hazard
The screws connecting the seat and back to the base of the chair can detach, posing a fall hazard to the user.
Remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled chairs and contact Steelcase to arrange for a free repair.
Incidents and injuries
The firm has received 311 reports of incidents, including one report of an injury.
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