Office Chairs Sold at Wal-Mart Recalled for Fall Hazard
Released: Tuesday, July 11, 2006 by CPSC
In cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Wal-Mart Stores Inc., of Bentonville, Ark., is voluntarily recalling about 762,000 Office Chairs. The legs and backs of these chairs can break, and the chairs can easily tip over, posing a fall hazard to consumers.
Recall Details
Product
Mainstays Associate Office Chairs
Description
The recall involves the Mainstays Associate office chair with a 5-star nylon base with dual wheel casters and pneumatic seat height adjustment. The chair has a fabric cushioned seat and back that is black/grey in color. The armrests are shaped in half-circle loops. Under the seat is a UPC Code Label #9501401610 with printed Model #VCR1022.
Hazards
The legs and backs of these chairs can break, and the chairs can easily tip over, posing a fall hazard to consumers.
Incidents
Wal-Mart has received nine reports of chairs breaking and two reports of tipping. There have been seven reported injuries, including a broken wrist.
Remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using the product and return it to Wal-Mart for a full refund
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