Recalls / 2010-01-07
Primal Vantage Recalls Plastic Tree Steps Due to Fall Hazard
10101 · Recalled 2010-01-07 · CPSC page
Description
Product is a plastic tree step that attaches to a tree via a nylon strap and a large metal buckle. It is used to climb a tree in order to hunt from an elevated position. Models 105 and 155 both have a 12/08 date code, which is stamped on the plastic portion of the step.
Hazards
Fall
Reported injuries
Primal Vantage has received five complaints of step breakage, including two reports of consumers being bruised and cut.
Remedy
Consumers should stop using the tree steps immediately. They should contact Primal Vantage for details on how to obtain a full refund. Consumers are asked not to return the product to retail stores as refunds can only be provided by Primal Vantage.
Products
| Name | Model | Units |
|---|---|---|
| Ameristep Plastic Strap-On Tree Step | About 16,000 |
Parties
- Manufacturer
- Primal Vantage Co., Inc.
- Made in
- China
- Sold at
- The product was sold in 2009 at various outdoor
Consumer contact
For additional information, contact Primal Vantage toll free at (866) 972-6168 between 9:30 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. ET Monday through Friday or visit their website at www.treestandcustomerservice.com to print a return form or for further information on how to locate the date code on your tree step.
Source: CPSC recall 10101. Inclusion in this database is not legal or medical advice.