Recalls / 2006-04-11
Tropitone Recalls "Impressions Side Chair" for Fall Hazard
06543 · Recalled 2006-04-11 · CPSC page
Description
The Tropitone Impressions Side Chair is an armless chair that can be used indoors or outdoors and comes in any one of three seat types (strap, patterned aluminum and a tight seat) and three back styles (boulevard, prism and vision). The chairs are available in multiple finishes. Replacement versions of these chairs are also included in this recall.
Hazards
The weld which holds the rear chair leg to the seat can separate from the seat, causing the chair to become unstable and possibly collapse.
Reported injuries
Tropitone has received three reports of the chair seat and rear leg separating. No injuries have been reported.
Remedy
Individuals and commercial establishments that have the recalled chairs should stop using the chairs immediately and contact Tropitone for a free replacement chair or a credit.
Products
| Name | Model | Units |
|---|---|---|
| Tropitone Impressions Side Chairs (including replacement units recently issued to customers) | About 950 |
Parties
- Importer
- Tropitone, of Irvine, Calif.
- Made in
- China, United States
- Sold at
- also some retailers, distributors, 2006.
Consumer contact
For additional information, contact Tropitone at (800) 654-7000 x 2003 between 8 a.m. and 4 p.m. PT Monday through Friday.
Source: CPSC recall 06543. Inclusion in this database is not legal or medical advice.