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Product recall · CPSCOctober 7, 2008Serious
Game Chairs
The notice says to stop using it — see below for what to do.
What’s wrong
The retaining washers on the legs can loosen, causing the chair to become unstable. This poses a fall hazard to consumers.
The Recall Registry rates this serious — Fall risk.
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 folding game chairs and contact the dealer where the chairs were purchased to schedule a free repair.
Who to contact: For additional information, contact Brunswick at (800) 336-8771 ext.2 between 7:30 a.m. and 4 p.m. CT Monday through Friday.
The product
This recall involves the "Colonial" model, folding wooden chairs for use with game tables. They were sold in sets of two. The chairs have a black seat cushion and either a cherry or chestnut finish.
Details
- Units affected
- About 1,700
- Recall date
- October 7, 2008
- Brand
- Brunswick Bowling & Billiards Corp., of Lake Forest, Ill.
- Injuries reported
- None reported
- What has been reported
- Brunswick has received four reports of loose chair leg hardware. No injuries have been reported.
Authorized Brunswick dealers nationwide from March 2007 through March 2008 for about $400 per set.
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: “Game Chairs Recalled by Brunswick Bowling & Billiards Corp. 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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