Recalls / 2006-07-11
Office Chairs Sold at Wal-Mart Recalled for Fall Hazard
06208 · Recalled 2006-07-11 · CPSC page
Description
The recall involves the Mainstays Associate office chair with a 5-star nylon base with dual wheel casters and pneumatic seat height adjustment. The chair has a fabric cushioned seat and back that is black/grey in color. The armrests are shaped in half-circle loops. Under the seat is a UPC Code Label #9501401610 with printed Model #VCR1022.
Hazards
The legs and backs of these chairs can break, and the chairs can easily tip over, posing a fall hazard to consumers.
Reported injuries
Wal-Mart has received nine reports of chairs breaking and two reports of tipping. There have been seven reported injuries, including a broken wrist.
Remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using the product and return it to Wal-Mart for a full refund.
Products
| Name | Model | Units |
|---|---|---|
| Mainstays Associate Office Chairs | About 762,000 |
Parties
- Importer
- Wal-Mart Stores Inc., of Bentonville, Ark.
- Made in
- China
- Sold at
- Wal-Mart stores nationwide from April 2003 through April 2006 for about $36.
Consumer contact
For more information, call Wal-Mart at (800) 925-6278 between 7 a.m. and 9 p.m. CT Monday through Friday, or visit their Web site at www.walmartstores.com
Source: CPSC recall 06208. Inclusion in this database is not legal or medical advice.