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Product recall · CPSCJuly 21, 2022Serious
The Hammock Source Key West Knock Down Hammock Stands
The notice says to stop using it — see below for what to do.
What’s wrong
The weld attaching the stand to the base can break, posing a fall hazard.
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 hammock stands and contact The Hammock Source for instructions on receiving a full refund. The firm is contacting all known purchasers.
Who to contact: The Hammock Source toll-free at 888-744-4366 from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Monday through Friday, email Standrecall@keywest-hammocks.com, online at www.keywest-hammocks/standrecall.com or www.keywest-hammocks.com and click on "Product Recall" at the top of the page for more information.
The product
This recall involves hammock stands made of eight pieces of steel tubing powder coated in bronze. The hammock stands measure about 180 inches long by 48 inches wide by 48 inches tall. The hammock stands were sold under the Key West brand with the model code KW-KDBRZ. The Hammock Source, the model code and "Steel Hammock Stand" are printed on a white label on the outer package near the carry handle. The hammock stands were sold only as stands without hammocks.
Details
- Units affected
- About 32,500
- Recall date
- July 21, 2022
- Made or distributed by
- Hatteras Hammocks, Inc. dba The Hammock Source
- Injuries reported
- Yes
- What has been reported
- The Hammock Source has received nine reports of the stands breaking at the base including two reports of scrapes and bruises.
Lowe's stores nationwide and online at Lowes.com from October 2020 through May 2022 for about $120.
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: “The Hammock Source Recalls Key West Knock Down Hammock Stands Due to Fall Hazard; Sold Exclusively at Lowe's”
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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