CPSC Recalls

Recalls / 2004-09-22

CPSC, Eddie Bauer Announce Recall of Ebtek Brand Backpacks with Stools

04583 · Recalled 2004-09-22 · CPSC page

Recalled Eddie Bauer "Ebtek" stool
Recalled Eddie Bauer "Ebtek" stool

Description

It is a small, crossed leg, folding stool that stows in an outside pocket of the backpack. The stool has a metal frame and a fabric seat. This recall includes units manufactured between February 2004 and March 2004.

Hazards

The stool could collapse and cause the person using the stool to fall. The stool does not meet the firm's strength requirements.

Reported injuries

No incidents or injuries have been reported.

Remedy

Known purchasers have received notification of this recall via a recall notice letter. Consumers should stop using the stool and contact Eddie Bauer to arrange for postage paid return. They need only return the stool and may keep the backpack. Consumers will receive a full refund and an additional $20 gift certificate for their next purchase of merchandise from Eddie Bauer stores, catalog or website.

Products

NameModelUnits
Ebtek Brand Backpack with StoolAbout 300 units

Parties

Manufacturer
Kanaan Co., Ltd.
Importer
Eddie Bauer Inc., of Redmond, Wash.
Made in
Vietnam
Sold at
The Eddie Bauer Web site, catalog, from April 2004 through June 2004, for about $100.

Consumer contact

Contact Eddie Bauer at (800) 414-8119, ext. 6559 between 6 a.m. and 5 p.m. PT Monday through Friday.

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Recalled Eddie Bauer "Ebtek" backpack
Recalled Eddie Bauer "Ebtek" backpack

Source: CPSC recall 04583. Inclusion in this database is not legal or medical advice.