ShelterLogic Group Recalls RIO-Branded Swinging Hammock Chairs Due to Injury Hazard; New Instructions Provided
U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission recall (2022-06-30). Hazards: injury. About 786,000 units in the US.
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
|---|---|
| Recall number | 22175 |
| Published | 2022-06-30 |
| Last updated | 2022-06-30 |
| Products | RIO-branded Swinging Hammock Chairs |
| Firm named in the title | ShelterLogic Group |
| Firms | ShelterLogic Group, owner of RIO Brands, of Watertown, Connecticut (importer) |
| Manufactured in | China |
| Units (US) | 786,000 |
| Hazard classes | injury |
| Remedy classes | new instructions, stop use |
| Sold | Blain's Farm & Fleet, Camping World, Costco, Lowe's and Tractor Supply Company stores nationwide and online at Amazon.com, CampingWorld.com, Costco.com, Lowes.com and Walmart.com and other websites from January 2020 through June 2022 for between $40 and $60. |
Description
This recall involves RIO-branded swinging hammock chairs. The folding chairs have a black or gray metal frame, a fabric seat and a backrest with a pillow. Some chairs have a drink holder. They were sold in gray, navy, blue, red and camouflage. RIO is printed below the pillow. Only chairs with warning tags on the back of the chair's backrest or armrest are included in this recall.
Hazard
Improper insertion of the pins provided for assembly can cause the chair's legs to collapse, posing an injury hazard to the user.
Remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled chairs until they have reviewed the new instructions and the pins are properly inserted into the chair's legs per the instructions. Consumers should contact ShelterLogic Group to receive the new instructions that will help verify proper and safe pin insertion. New instructions can also be found at www.Safety.ShelterLogic.com.
Incidents and injuries
ShelterLogic Group has received 24 reports of incidents that resulted in injuries such as bruises, aches and pains, head lacerations, back strain, concussions and abrasions from consumers who fell while using the chair.
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