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Product recall · CPSCMay 28, 2009Serious
Home Depot Patio Umbrellas
The notice says to stop using it — see below for what to do.
What’s wrong
The patio umbrella and its pole could tip over and strike consumers if the umbrella's collar or sleeve is not removed prior to closing the umbrella, posing a risk of impact injury to consumers.
The Recall Registry rates this serious — The product can tip onto a child.
What it looks like
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What to do
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled patio umbrellas and return them to any Home Depot store for a full refund.
Who to contact: For additional information, contact The Home Depot toll free at (866) 403-5504 between 8:30 a.m. and 5:30 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's Web site at www.homedepot.com
The product
The patio umbrellas are beige with a brown offset pole. They stand 11 feet tall. The base is a brown cross about 18 inches long.
Details
- Units affected
- About 60
- Recall date
- May 28, 2009
- Brand
- The Home Depot, of Atlanta, Ga.
- Injuries reported
- None reported
- What has been reported
- Home Depot has received one report of a recalled patio umbrella tipping over and breaking. No injuries have been reported.
The Home Depot stores nationwide from January 2009 through February 2009 for about $250.
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: “Home Depot Recalls Patio Umbrellas Due to Risk of Impact Injury”
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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