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Product recall · CPSCMarch 7, 2012Serious
Swing Sets
The notice says to stop using it — see below for what to do.
What’s wrong
The welded connection of the sleeve joint to the arch support can crack or break. When this happens, the top swing beam can collapse causing children on the swings to fall and be injured.
The Recall Registry rates this serious — Fall risk.
What it looks like
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What to do
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled swing sets, remove the chain and swings and contact the firm for a free retrofit kit. BCI Burke is contacting owners directly by mail.
Who to contact: For additional information, contact the firm at (800) 356-2070 between 8 a.m. and 4 p.m. CT Monday through Friday, visit the firm's website at www.bciburke.com, or e-mail the firm at customerservice@bciburke.com
The product
This recall involves the end and middle arch supports on Arch Swing Sets and added bays with belt or bucket seats built with 2 3/8 inch steel tubing. The swings have a 2 7/8 inch diameter sleeve that is welded to the middle or end support. "Burke" is printed on identification labels that were provided to installers who may or may not have put them on the swings.
Details
- Units affected
- About 250
- Recall date
- March 7, 2012
- Brand
- BCI Burke Co. LLC, of Fond du Lac, Wis.
- Injuries reported
- Yes
- What has been reported
- The firm has received seven reports of incidents involving the recalled swing sets, including two minor injuries.
BCI Burke Co. and its distributors from January 2004 through December 2011 for between $700 and $1,000.
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: “Swing Sets Recalled for Repair by BCI Burke 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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