Staples Recalls Back in Motion Office Chairs Due to Fall Hazard
Recall 16144 · Apr 14, 2016 · Staples
2,000
units affected
2,000
units affected
Facts
- Recall number
- 16144
- Date
- Apr 14, 2016
- Company
- Staples
- Units affected
- 2,000
- Product
- Back in Motion Office Chairs
- Product type
- Chairs
- Remedy
- Repair
- Hazard
- Tip-over
The product
This recall involves Staples and Quill brand "Back in Motion" office chairs. The black, bonded leather chair has a tilt function and a base with wheels. The chairs have SKU # 203439 and item number SBG 24422 printed on the white label on the underside of the seat cushion. A second label, also located on the underside of the seat cushion, states "Reg. No. CA31704 (CN)" and "Made by LF Products PTE LTD."
What can happen
The chair can tip over when leaning back, posing a fall hazard.
The fix
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled office chair and contact Staples for a free replacement base.
Incidents and where it was sold
- Incidents
- None reported
- Sold at
- Staples stores nationwide and online at Staples.com and Quill.com from January 2014 through January 2016 for about $215.
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Questions and answers
What should I do with the recalled back in motion office chairs?
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled office chair and contact Staples for a free replacement base.
What is the hazard?
The chair can tip over when leaning back, posing 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.