CPSC Recalls

Recalls / 2007-10-30

Target Recalls Home Patio Sets Due to Fall Hazard

08053 · Recalled 2007-10-30 · CPSC page

Recalled Home Patio Set
Recalled Home Patio Set

Description

This recall involves six-piece home patio sets sold exclusively at Target. The set consists of a table, an umbrella, and four chairs. The chairs and the umbrella have a black aluminum frame covered with a beige fabric.

Hazards

The chair can collapse when weight is applied to the front end of the arm rests, posing a fall hazard to consumers.

Reported injuries

Target has received 35 reports of chairs collapsing, resulting in 18 injuries such as bruising to the back, hips, shoulders, arms and finger lacerations.

Remedy

Consumers should stop using the recalled patio sets immediately and return the entire six-piece set to any Target store for a full refund.

Products

NameModelUnits
Home Patio SetsAbout 40,000

Parties

Importer
Target, of Minneapolis, Minn.
Made in
China
Sold at
Target, on its Web site

Consumer contact

For additional information, contact Target at (800) 440-0680 between 7 a.m. and 6 p.m. CT Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's Web site at www.target.com

Source: CPSC recall 08053. Inclusion in this database is not legal or medical advice.