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Product recall · CPSCAugust 4, 2009Serious
Ross Stores Plant Stands; Marble Top Can Detach and Fall on Consumers
The notice says to stop using it — see below for what to do.
What’s wrong
The marble top of the plant stand can detach from the base and fall onto consumers, posing a risk of injury.
The Recall Registry rates this serious — Parts can come loose.
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 these plant stands and return them to any Ross Store for a full refund.
Who to contact: For additional information, contact Ross Stores at (800) 305-0510 anytime, or visit the firm's Web site at www.rossstores.com
The product
The plant stands have gray marble tops and black wrought iron bases. They were sold in three sizes: small, 24 inches tall, medium, 28 inches tall, and large, 32 inches tall.
Details
- Units affected
- About 1,800
- Recall date
- August 4, 2009
- Brand
- Ross Stores Inc., of Pleasanton, Calif.
- Injuries reported
- Yes
- What has been reported
- Ross Stores has received two reported incidents in which the marble top fell off the plant stand's base and bruised consumers.
Ross Stores nationwide between March 2009 and June 2009 for between $15 and $27.
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: “Ross Stores Recalls Plant Stands; Marble Top Can Detach and Fall on Consumers”
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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