Summit Recalls Climbing Treestands Due to Fall Hazard
Recall 17041 · Nov 30, 2016 · Summit
270
units affected
270
units affected
Facts
- Recall number
- 17041
- Date
- Nov 30, 2016
- Company
- Summit
- Units affected
- 270
- Product
- Climbing treestands
- Remedy
- Replacement
- Hazard
- Falls
The product
This recall involves Summit Treestands Explorer SD closed front climbing treestands used for hunting. The treestands have a metal frame, a suspended foam-padded seat in a camouflage pattern material and weighs about 20 pounds. The seat platform on the stand measures about 38 inches long by 22 inches wide and the foot platform on the stand measures 36 inches long by 20 inches wide. The recalled stand can be distinguished from other models by the size of the platform and by a bar that encircles the user and folds down flat for packing. The model also includes folding stirrups.
What can happen
A weld in the treestand's frame can break during use, posing a fall hazard.
The fix
Consumers should immediately stop using the climbing treestands and contact Summit for instructions on returning the recalled product for a free replacement.
Incidents and where it was sold
- Incidents
- None reported
- Sold at
- Sporting goods stores nationwide during August 2016 for about $360.
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Questions and answers
What should I do with the recalled climbing treestands?
Consumers should immediately stop using the climbing treestands and contact Summit for instructions on returning the recalled product for a free replacement.
What is the hazard?
A weld in the treestand's frame can break during use, 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.