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Cracker Barrel Old Country Store® Restaurants Recall Rooster Kitchen Stools Due to Collapse Hazard
The notice says to stop using it — see below for what to do.
What’s wrong
The stools can unexpectedly collapse during use, causing a consumer to fall to the floor.
The Recall Registry rates this serious — The agency says to stop using it immediately.
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 stop using these kitchen stools immediately and return them to any Cracker Barrel Old Country Store for a full refund.
Who to contact: For additional information, contact Cracker Barrel at (800) 333-9566, or visit the firm's Web site at www.crackerbarrel.com
The product
The Rooster Kitchen Stool is about two feet tall and one foot in diameter. It has light brown wood and has a rooster painted on the seat. "Made in China" and item number 260161 are printed on a sticker under the seat.
Details
- Units affected
- About 97,000
- Recall date
- May 9, 2007
- Brand
- CBOCS Distribution Inc., of Lebanon, Tenn.
- Injuries reported
- Yes
- What has been reported
- Cracker Barrel Old Country Store Inc. has received two reports of incidents in which the kitchen stool collapsed. A 10-year-old boy received bruises when the kitchen stool collapsed and he fell.
Cracker Barrel Old Country Store® locations nationwide from February 2007 through March 2007 for about $30.
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: “Cracker Barrel Old Country Store® Restaurants Recall Rooster Kitchen Stools Due to Collapse 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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