REI announced a voluntary recall, in conjuction with the U.S. Consumer Prioducts Safety Commission, of its evrgrn campfire rocking chairs. Apparently, the chair can tip backward while rocking, posing a fall hazard to the user. Following is the official release from the CPSC.
Recall date: November 17, 2015
Recall number: 16-035
Recall Summary
Name of product:
evrgrn Campfire Rocker Chairs
Hazard:
The chair can tip backwards while rocking, posing a fall hazard to the user.
Consumer Contact:
REI at 800-426-4840 from 4 a.m. to 11 p.m. PT daily or online at www.REI.com and click on Product Recalls at the bottom of the page for more information.　
Recall Details
Units
About 30,500
Description
This recall involves REI evrgrn Campfire Rocker chairs. The collapsible rocking chairs were sold in blue, gray, green, and orange fabric supported by four metal tubes and wooden rockers at the base and are intended for outdoor use. A small black tab is attached to the edge of the fabric seat containing the word “evrgrn”. The chair comes in a portable bag whose color matches that of the fabric seat.
Incidents/Injuries
REI has received four reports of children who have tipped over in the rocker chairs while in the store. No injuries have been reported.
Remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled chairs and contact REI for a free replacement or a full refund.
Sold exclusively at
REI stores nationwide and online at www.REI.com from April 2015 through August 2015 for about $100.
Importer(s)
Recreational Equipment Inc. (REI), of Kent, Wash.
Manufactured in
China
