ShelterLogic Group Recalls RIO-Branded Swinging Hammock Chairs Due to Injury Hazard; New Instructions Provided
Recall 22175 · Jun 30, 2022 · ShelterLogic Group
786,000
units affected
786,000
units affected
Facts
- Recall number
- 22175
- Date
- Jun 30, 2022
- Company
- ShelterLogic Group
- Units affected
- 786,000
- Product
- RIO-branded Swinging Hammock Chairs
- Remedy
- new instructions
- Hazard
- Injury
The product
This recall involves RIO-branded swinging hammock chairs. The folding chairs have a black or gray metal frame, a fabric seat and a backrest with a pillow. Some chairs have a drink holder. They were sold in gray, navy, blue, red and camouflage. RIO is printed below the pillow. Only chairs with warning tags on the back of the chair's backrest or armrest are included in this recall.
What can happen
Improper insertion of the pins provided for assembly can cause the chair's legs to collapse, posing an injury hazard to the user.
The fix
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled chairs until they have reviewed the new instructions and the pins are properly inserted into the chair's legs per the instructions. Consumers should contact ShelterLogic Group to receive the new instructions that will help verify proper and safe pin insertion. New instructions can also be found at www.Safety.ShelterLogic.com.
Incidents and where it was sold
- Incidents
- ShelterLogic Group has received 24 reports of incidents that resulted in injuries such as bruises, aches and pains, head lacerations, back strain, concussions and abrasions from consumers who fell while using the chair.
- Sold at
- Blain's Farm & Fleet, Camping World, Costco, Lowe's and Tractor Supply Company stores nationwide and online at Amazon.com, CampingWorld.com, Costco.com, Lowes.com and Walmart.com and other websites from January 2020 through June 2022 for between $40 and $60.
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Questions and answers
What should I do with the recalled rio-branded swinging hammock chairs?
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled chairs until they have reviewed the new instructions and the pins are properly inserted into the chair's legs per the instructions. Consumers should contact ShelterLogic Group to receive the new instructions that will help verify proper and safe pin insertion. New.
What is the hazard?
Improper insertion of the pins provided for assembly can cause the chair's legs to collapse, posing an injury hazard to the user.
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.