Recalls / 2004-05-27
CPSC, Backyard Products Announce Recall of Swings
04145 · Recalled 2004-05-27 · CPSC page
Description
This recall involves single swings and acrobatic swings sold separately or as part of the Backyard Products wood gym set. Additional options to the gym sets include overhead ladders, slides, swings, and forts. A yellow, triangular metal gusset on the gym sets contains the brand name, "Backyard Products™" followed by "Collingwood, ON Canada." Model names and numbers are located on the assembly instructions.
Hazards
Chains on the swing can detach during use, and cause the child to fall to the ground and possibly suffer injuries.
Reported injuries
The company had received 31 reports of chains breaking, resulting in five reports of injuries, including a sore back, cut lip, and bumps and bruises.
Remedy
Firm no longer in business. Recall remedy no longer available. Discard the product. Do not donate or resell.
Products
| Name | Model | Units |
|---|---|---|
| Backyard Products Swings | 47,600 |
Parties
- Manufacturer
- Backyard Products™
- Made in
- Canada
- Sold at
- Department, toy, discount, from December 2003 through April 2004, for, 200 for the sets. The swings were sold separately, from January 2004 through April 2004, $16.
Consumer contact
The company is out of business. Consumers should call the CPSC hotline at 800-638-2772 (TTY 301-595-7054).
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Source: CPSC recall 04145. Inclusion in this database is not legal or medical advice.