Trampolines Recalled by Skywalker Holdings; Enclosure Problems Can Result in Fall Hazard
Recall 09230 · May 26, 2009 · Skywalker Holdings LLC
60,000
units affected
60,000
units affected
Facts
- Recall number
- 09230
- Date
- May 26, 2009
- Company
- Skywalker Holdings LLC
- Units affected
- 60,000
- Product
- 13-foot Square Trampolines
- Product type
- Trampolines
- Hazard
- Falls
The product
This recall involves the Skywalker Holdings 13-foot Square Trampoline and Enclosure Combo. The unit has blue spring pads, a black net enclosure, and a jumping mat. "Skywalker Holdings" is printed on a label located under the jumping mat and on the enclosure net.
What can happen
The straps supporting the top of the trampoline's enclosure to the poles can fail. The enclosure could drop if these straps break, posing a risk that a user could fall from the trampoline.
The fix
Consumers should immediately stop using the trampolines and contact Skywalker Holdings to obtain a free repair kit.
Incidents and where it was sold
- Incidents
- Skywalker Holdings has received at least 250 reports of straps breaking. No injuries have been reported.
- Sold at
- Specialty stores and major retailers nationwide and online from January 2007 through February 2009 for between $400 and $600.
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Questions and answers
What should I do with the recalled 13-foot square trampolines?
Consumers should immediately stop using the trampolines and contact Skywalker Holdings to obtain a free repair kit.
What is the hazard?
The straps supporting the top of the trampoline's enclosure to the poles can fail. The enclosure could drop if these straps break, posing a risk that a user could fall from the trampoline.
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.