Recalls / 2006-10-25
Wal-Mart Recalls Home Trends Footstools for Collapse Hazard
07016 · Recalled 2006-10-25 · CPSC page
Description
The footstool is a natural-colored wood footstool. The standing surface is 11 1/2 inches by 11 1/2 inches with a 4-inch-long oval opening in the center. The stool is 11 1/2 inches tall. The recalled footstool can be identified by a white sticker underneath the step that contains the UPC number 87065900001.
Hazards
Due to improper construction, the stool can break and collapse, posing a fall hazard to consumers.
Reported injuries
Wal-Mart has received nine reports of the footstools breaking. There have been seven reports of injuries, including a broken toe, neck and shoulder soreness, cuts, bruises, swelling, a slight concussion, and whiplash.
Remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using the product and return it to Wal-Mart for a full refund.
Products
| Name | Model | Units |
|---|---|---|
| Home Trends Wood Footstools | About 165,000 |
Parties
- Importer
- Wal-Mart Stores Inc., of Bentonville, Ark.
- Made in
- Malaysia
Consumer contact
Call Wal-Mart toll free at (800) 925-6278 between 7 a.m. and 9 p.m. CT Monday through Friday, or visit www.walmartstores.com for more information.
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Source: CPSC recall 07016. Inclusion in this database is not legal or medical advice.