Recalls / 2003-02-20
CPSC, Playnation Play Systems Announce Recall of "Fun Buckets" on Backyard Play Sets
03084 · Recalled 2003-02-20 · CPSC page
Description
This recall involves "Fun Buckets" sold as an add-on option for backyard play sets. The 14-inch-deep buckets are either yellow or green vinyl and have a black nylon strap attached to the rope. The "Fun Bucket" was sold with a heavy wood bracket to attach it to the roof of a play set fort.
Hazards
As children play on the play set's slide or platform, the 6- to 8-ft free- hanging rope can become entangled around the child's neck. This presents a strangulation hazard to young children.
Reported injuries
Playnation is aware of two incidents where the bucket's rope became entangled around the necks of two 4-year-olds. Both of the children were freed without injury.
Remedy
Consumers should take down the "Fun Buckets" immediately and return them to the store where purchased, for a refund or a credit toward another product.
Products
| Name | Model | Units |
|---|---|---|
| "Fun Buckets" | About 1,400 |
Parties
- Manufacturer
- Playnation Play Systems
- Sold at
- Distributors of backyard play sets nationwide sold the fun buckets, from February 1998 through February 2003, for about $25.
Consumer contact
For more information, consumers can contact Playnation at (770) 792-9300 between 10 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's website at www.playset.com
Source: CPSC recall 03084. Inclusion in this database is not legal or medical advice.