Outdoor Canopies Sold Exclusively at BJ's Wholesale Club Recalled by Wanda Technology Due to Fire Hazard
Recall 08592 · Jul 3, 2008 · Wanda Technology Inc
8,600
units affected
8,600
units affected
Facts
- Recall number
- 08592
- Date
- Jul 3, 2008
- Company
- Wanda Technology Inc
- Units affected
- 8,600
- Product
- Outdoor Canopies
- Product type
- Tents & Canopies
- Hazard
- Fire
The product
This recall involves the outdoor canopies with "Code Number: 1020-8-WT2007". The canopies are white, measure 10' X 20', and have a metal frame with four corner posts that support a fabric top which shields the user from the sun. The code number can be found on a label sewn into the canopy fabric.
What can happen
The canopies fail to comply with a voluntary flammability standard. That could pose a fire hazard to consumers.
The fix
Consumers should stop using the canopy and contact Wanda Technology for instructions on how to return it for a full refund. Consumers with the recalled outdoor canopies are being contacted by the firm.
Incidents and where it was sold
- Incidents
- None reported.
- Sold at
- BJ's Wholesale Club stores nationwide from January 2008 through May 2008 for about $200.
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Questions and answers
What should I do with the recalled outdoor canopies?
Consumers should stop using the canopy and contact Wanda Technology for instructions on how to return it for a full refund. Consumers with the recalled outdoor canopies are being contacted by the firm.
What is the hazard?
The canopies fail to comply with a voluntary flammability standard. That could pose a fire hazard to consumers.
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.