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Product recall · CPSCJune 20, 2024Serious
Cinmar Frontgate Chaise Lounge Chairs Due to Finger Crushing and Amputation Hazards
The notice says to stop using it — see below for what to do.
What’s wrong
When adjusting the backrest while seated, the adjustable backrest can unexpectedly descend with force, posing finger crushing and amputation hazards.
The Recall Registry rates this serious — Risk of severe physical injury.
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.
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What to do
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled chaise lounge chairs, and contact Cinmar for a free repair. Consumers must submit a photo of the chaise to Cinmar to receive a free repair kit, including a new backrest support bar and assembly instructions.
Who to contact: Cinmar toll-free at 888-298-4651 Monday through Friday 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. ET and Saturday 9:30 a.m. to 6 p.m., or online at www.frontgate.com/newportchaiserecall or www.frontgate.com and click on the "Product Recalls" link at the top of the page for more information.
The product
This recall involves all Cinmar Frontgate Resort Collection Newport Aluminum Chaises (SKU 67333), sold in sets of two and in five different colors: architectural bronze, champagne silver, cobalt, matte black and matte white; and Frontgate Resort Collection Newport Teak Chaises (SKU 166218), sold in sets of two in weathered and natural finishes. The chaises are reclining outdoor lounge chairs measuring about 51 inches long and 31 inches wide, with a powder-coated aluminum or teak frame, a chaise-style seat, and a backrest made of mesh. The chaises have an adjustable backrest that reclines to four positions, from upright to fully reclined. "FRONTGATE" is printed in black lettering on a silver badge at the back of the chair.
Details
- Units affected
- About 70,000
- Recall date
- June 20, 2024
- Brand
- Cinmar LLC, of West Chester, Ohio
- Injuries reported
- Yes
- What has been reported
- Cinmar has received three reports of incidents involving consumers' fingers becoming entrapped between the adjustable backrest and the chair frame, resulting in two partial finger amputation injuries, and one finger-crushing injury requiring surgery.
67333166218
Frontgate stores in Georgia, Kentucky, North Carolina, Ohio and Texas, and online at Frontgate.com and in Frontgate catalogues from February 2014 through December 2023 for between $600 and $1,400.
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: “Cinmar Recalls Frontgate Chaise Lounge Chairs Due to Finger Crushing and Amputation 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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