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Product recall · CPSCOctober 25, 2011Highest risk
Big Lots Glider Recliners with Ottomans
The notice says to stop using it — see below for what to do.
What’s wrong
An exposed gap between the moving parts of the chair and the base framework can allow access to toddlers and infants, posing an entrapment hazard. In addition, other exposed moving parts on the chair and the ottoman can pose finger pinching and crushing hazards to older children and adults.
The Recall Registry rates this highest risk — A child can become trapped.
What it looks like
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What to do
Consumers should immediately stop using the chairs and contact Big Lots for a free repair kit that covers the base framework and the moving parts of the chair and ottoman.
Who to contact: For additional information, contact Big Lots toll-free at (866) 244-5687 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday or visit the firm's website at www.biglots.com
The product
The Microfiber Glider Recliner and Leather Glider Recliner are reclining glider/rocking chairs on a swivel base. Both the chair and ottoman sit on circular metal bases made from 1.25 inch metal tubing and have cushions covered in either light brown or green microfiber fabric or dark brown simulated leather fabric. A label under the seat of the chair identifies the manufacturer as Dongguan Shindin Metal and Plastic Products Ltd. There is a small label on the front metal rod under the seat that states "Maximum wt load 250 lbs."
Details
- Units affected
- About 375,000
- Recall date
- October 25, 2011
- Brand
- Dongguan Shindin Metal & Plastic Products Ltd., of China
- Injuries reported
- None reported
- What has been reported
- CPSC received two reports of children under age two who were found trapped at the neck between horizontal components of the frame at the back of the chair. In both incidents, adults were able to release the children who suffered no permanent injuries.
Big Lots stores nationwide from January 2005 through December 2009 for about $170.
The official notice
This recall was issued by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission. The Recall Registry summarises it — always confirm the details at the source.
Their exact wording: “Big Lots Recalls Glider Recliners with Ottomans Due to Entrapment and Finger Crushing Hazards”
Worried about the other things in your house? You can write down what you have and be told if one is recalled — or, if you sell second-hand, check your whole stock at once.
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