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Pier 1 Imports Swivel Dining Chairs
The notice says to stop using it — see below for what to do.
What’s wrong
The chairs can break at the base, posing fall hazard to the user.
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 recalled chairs and return them to any Pier 1 Imports store for a full refund or a merchandise credit.
Who to contact: Pier 1 Imports at 800-245-4595 from 8 a.m. to 7 p.m. CT Monday through Friday, Saturday 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. CT or Sunday 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. CT or online at www.Pier1.com and click on the "Product Notes & Recalls" at the bottom of the page for more information.
The product
This recall involves Pier 1 Imports Capella Island Swivel Dining chairs. The plastic wicker chairs have a natural wood color. The chair measures about 26 inches wide by 26 inches deep and 39 inches high.
Details
- Units affected
- About 800 (in addition, 4 were sold in Canada)
- Recall date
- February 10, 2016
- Brand
- Pier 1 Imports U.S. Inc., of Fort Worth, Texas
- Injuries reported
- None reported
- What has been reported
- Pier 1 Imports has received three reports of the chairs breaking, including two reports of customers falling. No injuries have been reported.
Pier 1 Imports stores nationwide and online at Pier1.com from January 2015 through October 2015 for between $240 and $500.
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: “Pier 1 Imports Recalls Swivel Dining 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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