Children's Folding Chairs
Published May 24, 2005
Summary
CPSC records recall 05181, published May 24, 2005. Reported units: 2 million.
What's the hazard
The chair's safety lock can fail, allowing the chair to collapse or fold unexpectedly. Children's fingers can become caught or entrapped in the hinge and slot areas of the chair, posing a pinch or cut hazard. This can cause severe lacerations and fingertip amputations to children's fingers.
What to do
Consumers should stop using the chairs immediately and discard or destroy them. The firm is out of business and a remedy is no longer available.
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Recall details
- Distributor
- Summit Marketing International LLC, of Dublin, Ohio
- Country
- US
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Questions about this recall
Was Children's Folding Chairs recalled?
Yes. CPSC published recall 05181 on May 24, 2005. Reported hazard: The chair's safety lock can fail, allowing the chair to collapse or fold unexpectedly. Children's fingers can become caught or entrapped in the hinge and slot areas of the chair, posing a pinch or cut hazard. This can cause severe lacerations and fingertip amputations to children's fingers.
What should I do if I have this product?
Consumers should stop using the chairs immediately and discard or destroy them. The firm is out of business and a remedy is no longer available.