Rec-Out Recalls Columbus Camping Chairs Due to Presence of Mold; Sold Exclusively at Big 5 Sporting Goods
Recall 13034 · Nov 13, 2012 · Rec-Out
227
units affected
227
units affected
Facts
- Recall number
- 13034
- Date
- Nov 13, 2012
- Company
- Rec-Out
- Units affected
- 227
- Product
- Folding Camping Chairs
- Product type
- Beach Chairs or Folding Chairs
- Remedy
- Refund
- Hazard
- Other or not stated
The product
This recall involves Basin model Columbus™ folding camping chairs, identified with style # CC3009-N on a label attached to the side of the seat. They are blue, foam-padded, polyester chairs with a cushioned seat and back. The chairs have adjustable side straps and two additional straps used as handles to carry the chair when folded. "Columbus" appears on the outer side of the back of the seat, above a mesh pocket.
What can happen
Chairs were found to contain a variety of molds that could cause respiratory or other infections in individuals with chronic health problems or who have impaired immune systems.
The fix
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled chairs and return them to any Big 5 Sporting Goods location for a full refund.
Incidents and where it was sold
- Incidents
- None reported.
- Sold at
- Big 5 Sporting Goods stores from April 2012 through October 2012 for about $15.
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Questions and answers
What should I do with the recalled folding camping chairs?
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled chairs and return them to any Big 5 Sporting Goods location for a full refund.
What is the hazard?
Chairs were found to contain a variety of molds that could cause respiratory or other infections in individuals with chronic health problems or who have impaired immune systems.
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.