Northern Tool + Equipment Recalls Adjustable Swivel Shop Stools with Backrests Due to Fall Hazard
Recall 25091 · Jan 16, 2025 · Northern Tool + Equipment
51,770
units affected
51,770
units affected
Facts
- Recall number
- 25091
- Date
- Jan 16, 2025
- Company
- Northern Tool + Equipment
- Units affected
- 51,770
- Product
- Northern Tool + Equipment Adjustable Swivel Shop Stools with Backrests
- Remedy
- Replacement
- Hazard
- Falls
The product
This recall involves Northern Tool + Equipment Adjustable Swivel Shop Stools with Backrests. The "NT" logo is on the seat of the recalled shop stool. "Model No. 20230" and "Intradin Co., Ltd." are printed on separate labels located underneath the stool's seat. Only stools manufactured by Intradin Co. Ltd. are included in this recall.
What can happen
The welded connection point between the seat base and the stool post can break, presenting a fall hazard.
The fix
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled stools and contact Northern Tool + Equipment to receive a free replacement stool by completing the form at https://www.northerntool.com/recall-details-20230. The stool should be disposed of in accordance with any local and state laws.
Incidents and where it was sold
- Incidents
- Northern Tool + Equipment has received reports of 271 incidents related to the recalled stools, including 18 reports of injuries from falls, and 20 reports of falls without injury.
- Sold at
- Northern Tool + Equipment stores nationwide and online at NorthernTool.com, Walmart.com, Amazon.com and Ebay.com from September 2020 through June 2023 for about $80.
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Questions and answers
What should I do with the recalled northern tool + equipment adjustable swivel shop stools with backrests?
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled stools and contact Northern Tool + Equipment to receive a free replacement stool by completing the form at https://www.northerntool.com/recall-details-20230. The stool should be disposed of in accordance with any local and state laws.
What is the hazard?
The welded connection point between the seat base and the stool post can break, presenting a fall hazard.
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.