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Big Lots Hanging Chairs
The notice says to stop using it — see below for what to do.
What’s wrong
The hanging chairs can tip over when they face sideways and swing beyond the base, posing a fall hazard.
The Recall Registry rates this serious — The product can tip onto a child.
What it looks like
Photos help. Identifiers decide. Appearance can vary by color, finish or packaging. Confirm the model number, date code or other identifier in the official notice.
Recall image provided by CPSC
What to do
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled hanging chairs and return the chair bases only to a Big Lots store for a full refund of the entire purchase price of the chair and base. Consumers can keep the chairs.
Who to contact: Big Lots toll-free at (866) 244-5687 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or online at www.biglots.com and click on "Recalls" at the bottom for more information.
The product
This recall involves egg-shaped hanging chairs that are made from brown plastic wicker pattern mesh and have red seat cushions. They hang from a chain connected to a black metal pole and U-shaped base.
Details
- Units affected
- About 16,000
- Recall date
- June 4, 2015
- Brand
- Big Lots Stores Inc., of Columbus, Ohio
- Injuries reported
- Yes
- What has been reported
- Big Lots has received eight reports of the hanging chairs falling in stores with consumers in them, including five reports of minor injuries.
Big Lots stores from December 2014 through January 2015 for about $300 including the base.
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 Hanging Chairs Due to Fall Hazard”
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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