Recalls / 2002-04-02
CPSC, Intercon Merchandising Source Announce Recall of Mini Beach Chairs Given with "Time Out" Cosmetics at Sears
02130 · Recalled 2002-04-02 · CPSC page
Description
The recalled mini beach chair, which can be used by both children and adults, was a free gift with the purchase of a Time Out cosmetic product at Sears stores. The mini beach chairs are white aluminum with a blue canvas seat and back. The name "Time Out" is printed on the canvas backrest.
Hazards
The chairs can collapse, posing crush and amputation hazards to consumer's fingers and toes.
Reported injuries
CPSC and Intercon are aware of one incident, in which the tip of a 3-year old girl's finger was amputated, when the chair collapsed.
Remedy
Consumer should stop using these mini beach chairs immediately and contact Intercon for a free repair.
Products
| Name | Model | Units |
|---|---|---|
| Time Out folding mini beach chairs | About 100,000 |
Parties
- Distributor
- Intercon Merchandising Source Inc., of City of Industry, Calif.
- Sold at
- Sears distributed the mini beach chairs, with the purchase of $20 worth Time Out cosmetics, from June 2000 through August 2000.
Consumer contact
Consumers can contact Intercon at (800) 634-0469 between 9:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. PST Monday through Friday.
Source: CPSC recall 02130. Inclusion in this database is not legal or medical advice.