Walmart Recalls Tripod Stools Due to Fall Hazard
U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission recall (2016-09-29). Hazards: fall. About 2,600 units in the US.
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
|---|---|
| Recall number | 16271 |
| Published | 2016-09-29 |
| Last updated | 2016-10-27 |
| Product category | Chairs, Stools & Benches |
| Products | Tripod stools |
| Firm named in the title | Walmart |
| Firms | Walmart, of Bentonville, Ark. (manufacturer); Mahco Inc., of Bentonville, Ark. (distributor) |
| Manufactured in | China |
| Units (US) | 2,600 |
| Hazard classes | fall |
| Remedy classes | refund, stop use |
| Sold | Walmart stores nationwide and online at Walmart.com from June 2016 through August 2016 for about $6. |
Description
This recall involves Mahco Inc. tripod stools with three steel legs and a REALTREE logo pattern camouflage polyester fabric seat. The steel legs have plastic caps on both ends and a round plastic hub that connects the three legs. The stools measure about 17 inches high by 13 inches wide. There is a black polyester carry strap attached to the bottom of the stool seat. Mahco Inc. is printed on an orange and black hang tag attached to the stools.
Hazard
The plastic collar that connects the three legs can break, posing a fall hazard to consumers.
Remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled stools and return them to Walmart for a full refund.
Incidents and injuries
None reported
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