Recalls / 2003-05-22
CPSC, Lane Furniture Industries Inc. Announce Recall of High-Leg Recliner Chairs
03131 · Recalled 2003-05-22 · CPSC page
Description
The recall includes three-position, high-leg recliner chairs that have a five-digit style number beginning with 026 or 027 and a shipping date prior to May 2002. The style number and shipping date can be found on a small label located either underneath the footrest or under the chair itself. High-leg recliner chairs measure 7 inches to 9 inches from the floor.
Hazards
A mechanism in the footrest can create a pinch point that can cause injury if consumers open or recline the chair by reaching underneath the footrest.
Reported injuries
Lane has received 18 reports of incidents involving the recliner chairs, including lacerations, cut fingernails and three reports of broken bones.
Remedy
Contact Lane Furniture Industries to receive a repair kit.
Products
| Name | Model | Units |
|---|---|---|
| High-Leg Recliner Chairs | 620,000 |
Parties
- Manufacturer
- Lane Furniture Industries Inc.
- Made in
- United States
- Sold at
- Furniture, from December 1989 through April 2002, for, 200.
Consumer contact
Lane Furniture Industries at (662) 566-3728 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. CT Monday through Friday or visit the firm's website www.lanefurniture.com
Source: CPSC recall 03131. Inclusion in this database is not legal or medical advice.