Grand Trunk Recalls Parachute Hammocks Due to Fall Hazard
Recall 09347 · Sep 23, 2009 · Grand Trunk
2,500
units affected
2,500
units affected
Facts
- Recall number
- 09347
- Date
- Sep 23, 2009
- Company
- Grand Trunk
- Units affected
- 2,500
- Product
- Single and Double "Parachute" Hammocks
- Product type
- Hammocks
- Hazard
- Falls
The product
The recalled hammocks were sold in single and double versions and packaged in a nylon sack. The Grand Trunk logo is printed on the sack. The following models and colors are included in the recall: SH-01 (Single Olive/Khaki), SH-02 (Single Blue/Navy Blue), SH-06 (Single Royal/Khaki), DH-01 (Double Olive/Khaki), DH-02 (Double Lt. Blue/Yellow), DH-03(Double Navy/Silver), DH-04 (Double Navy/Red). The model number can be located on the product's hang tag.
What can happen
The hammock's supporting hooks can fail, causing occupants to fall and suffer injuries.
The fix
Consumers should stop using the recalled hammocks immediately and contact the firm for a free repair kit.
Incidents and where it was sold
- Incidents
- The firm has received nine incidents of hooks failing, resulting in bumps, bruises and/or scrapes.
- Sold at
- Specialty outdoor retailers nationwide from July 2008 through June 2009 for between $50 and $60.
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Questions and answers
What should I do with the recalled single and double "parachute" hammocks?
Consumers should stop using the recalled hammocks immediately and contact the firm for a free repair kit.
What is the hazard?
The hammock's supporting hooks can fail, causing occupants to fall and suffer injuries.
A recall means the maker found a safety problem and offers a free fix; it does not mean every unit has the problem. Units affected are as reported by the company. Popular models sell more and so have more recalls and complaints. Official public data; texts are shortened. Contact the company named above for the remedy.