CPSC Recalls

Recalls / 2002-12-11

CPSC and S.I.T. Announce Recall of Plastic Stack Chairs

03051 · Recalled 2002-12-11 · CPSC page

Description

This recall involves "Cometa" green and white plastic stack chairs. UPC numbers 0-82294-319754 (white) and 0-82294-319785 (green) are located on a label on the front of the chair. "Made in Italy" and "Not Recommended for Use on Polished or Smooth Surfaces" are also printed on the label.

Hazards

The chairs can collapse during use, causing the consumer to suffer injuries from falls.

Reported injuries

S.I.T. has received two reports of the chairs collapsing. No injuries have been reported.

Remedy

Consumers should stop using these plastic chairs immediately and contact S.I.T. to receive a refund.

Products

NameModelUnits
Plastic Stack ChairsAbout 80,000

Parties

Importer
S.I.T. Inc., of Quincy, Mass.
Made in
Italy
Sold at
Drug stores sold the plastic stack chairs nationwide, from April 2000 through September 2002, for, $6.

Consumer contact

For more information, consumers can contact S.I.T. toll-free at (800) 611-4664 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday.

Source: CPSC recall 03051. Inclusion in this database is not legal or medical advice.