Recalls / 2002-07-17
CPSC and Royal Outdoor Products Announce Recall of Colonial Vinyl Deck Post Kits
02201 · Recalled 2002-07-17 · CPSC page
Description
The recalled Royal Colonial Vinyl Deck Post Kit is intended for use with the Royal pre-built vinyl deck rail system. The 4-inch square post has a "lathe turned" design in the middle. A label with the words "Royal Outdoor Products" and "R008-45-136" is affixed to the bottom of each post. Each kit contains one post. The posts were made in Canada.
Hazards
Cracks can develop near the base of the posts. This can allow the railing to collapse, potentially injuring people on the deck.
Reported injuries
CPSC and Royal Outdoor Products have received seven reports of the posts cracking and one report in which the post failed. Royal Outdoor Products is not aware of any injuries associated with the posts cracking or failing.
Remedy
Consumers should stop using the product immediately and contact Royal Outdoor Products to receive a free reinforcement kit.
Products
| Name | Model | Units |
|---|---|---|
| Royal Colonial Vinyl Deck Post Kits | About 1,250 |
Parties
- Manufacturer
- Royal Outdoor Products
- Made in
- Canada
- Sold at
- Home Depot stores in the mid-Atlantic region sold these deck post kits, from February 2002 through April 2002, for about $30.
Consumer contact
For more information, consumers can reach Royal Outdoor Products at (877) 467- 6925 between 9 a.m. and 7 p.m. Monday through Friday, 10 a.m. and 6 p.m. Saturday, and 11 a.m. and 6 p.m. Sunday ET.
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Source: CPSC recall 02201. Inclusion in this database is not legal or medical advice.