Ross Stores Recalls Bistro Chairs Due to Fall Hazard
Recall 14280 · Sep 25, 2014 · Ross Stores
840
units affected
840
units affected
Facts
- Recall number
- 14280
- Date
- Sep 25, 2014
- Company
- Ross Stores
- Units affected
- 840
- Product
- Metal Bistro Chairs
- Product type
- Chairs
- Remedy
- Refund
- Hazard
- Falls
The product
This recall involves metal folding bistro chairs that are orange and have perforations on the seat. The chairs measure about 36 inches tall by 15 inches wide by 16 inches deep. SKU 400101018858 is found on the product hangtag.
What can happen
The chair's seat can fail to attach to the frame when the chair is unfolded, causing the chair to collapse. This poses a fall hazard to consumers.
The fix
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled chairs with seats that do not attach to the frame and return them to any Ross store for a full refund.
Incidents and where it was sold
- Incidents
- Ross has received three reports of minor injuries from the chairs collapsing, including a back strain and minor bruises.
- Sold at
- Ross stores nationwide from February 2014 through April 2014 for about $30.
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Questions and answers
What should I do with the recalled metal bistro chairs?
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled chairs with seats that do not attach to the frame and return them to any Ross store for a full refund.
What is the hazard?
The chair's seat can fail to attach to the frame when the chair is unfolded, causing the chair to collapse. This poses a fall 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.