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Sportspower Expands Trampoline Recall
The notice says to stop using it — see below for what to do.
What’s wrong
The enclosure netting surrounding these trampolines can break, allowing children to fall through the netting and be injured.
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 trampolines and contact Sportspower to receive a replacement enclosure netting.
Who to contact: Sportspower; toll-free at (866) 370-2131, from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, online at www.sportspowerltd.net and click on "Recall Information" at the bottom of the page for more information, or email the firm at customerservice@sportspowerltd.net
The product
This recall is an expansion of the May 2012 recall of brown tetlon netting to now include black tetlon netting. This involves Sportspower BouncePro 14' Trampolines with model TR-1686-TPR. UPC code 687064045552 or 687064042100 is printed on the product's box. 'Sportspower BouncePro 14' is printed on a plate on the leg of the trampoline frame. The trampolines are surrounded by enclosure netting on the perimeter of the trampoline measuring about 6 feet high. The netting is designed to contain individuals bouncing on the trampoline.
Details
- Units affected
- About 120,000 (92,000 units were recalled in May 2012)
- Recall date
- January 30, 2013
- Brand
- Sportspower Ltd., of Hong Kong
- Injuries reported
- Yes
- What has been reported
- Sportspower has received an additional nine reports of the enclosure netting breaking since the May 2012 recall. There have been five reports of injuries including broken bones, back and neck injuries and contusions.
Walmart stores nationwide from February 2009 through March 2011 for about $300.
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: “Sportspower Expands Trampoline Recall Due to Fall Hazard; Sold Exclusively at Walmart”
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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