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Product recall · CPSCOctober 25, 2018Worth checking
Shadescapes Pool and Patio Umbrellas
The notice says to stop using it — see below for what to do.
What’s wrong
The umbrella arm can break while in use, posing an injury hazard.
The Recall Registry rates this worth checking — we found nothing in the notice describing a specific injury. A recall covers only the versions, UPCs or date codes it names, so check those against yours.
What it looks like
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What to do
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled umbrellas and contact ShadeScapes to receive a free replacement umbrella arm/holder. ShadeScapes is contacting all known purchasers directly.
Who to contact: ShadeScapes toll-free at 888-770-7157 from 8 a.m. to 7 p.m. ET Monday through Friday or online at http://shadescapesamericas.com/products/umbrosa-evolution/ and click on “Important Safety Information” for more information.
The product
This recall involves Umbrosa Evolution pool and patio umbrellas with the Evolution flexible arm/holder. The recalled umbrellas were sold in a variety of colors. "Umbrosa" is printed on the arm/holder.
Details
- Units affected
- About 200
- Recall date
- October 25, 2018
- Brand
- Umbrosa, of Belgium, ShadeScapes Americas, of Hotchkiss, Colo.
- Injuries reported
- None reported
- What has been reported
- ShadeScapes has received 21 reports of the umbrellas breaking. No injuries have been reported.
ShadeScapes showroom in Hotchkiss, Colorado and through ShadeScapes dealers and other design professionals from March 2016 through June 2018 for between $1,800 and $7,600.
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: “Shadescapes Recalls Pool and Patio Umbrellas Due to Injury Hazard (Recall Alert)”
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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