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REI Outdoor Rocker Chairs
The notice says to stop using it — see below for what to do.
What’s wrong
The chair can tip backwards while rocking, posing a 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 contact REI for a free replacement or a full refund.
Who to contact: REI at 800-426-4840 from 4 a.m. to 11 p.m. PT daily or online at www.REI.com and click on Product Recalls at the bottom of the page for more information.
The product
This recall involves REI evrgrn Campfire Rocker chairs. The collapsible rocking chairs were sold in blue, gray, green, and orange fabric supported by four metal tubes and wooden rockers at the base and are intended for outdoor use. A small black tab is attached to the edge of the fabric seat containing the word "evrgrn". The chair comes in a portable bag whose color matches that of the fabric seat.
Details
- Units affected
- About 30,500
- Recall date
- November 17, 2015
- Brand
- Recreational Equipment Inc. (REI), of Kent, Wash.
- Injuries reported
- None reported
- What has been reported
- REI has received four reports of children who have tipped over in the rocker chairs while in the store. No injuries have been reported.
REI stores nationwide and online at www.REI.com from April 2015 through August 2015 for about $100.
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: “REI Recalls Outdoor Rocker 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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