Recalls / 2010-08-03

Bed Bath & Beyond Recalls Solar Lighted Cantilever Umbrellas Due to Injury Hazard

10311 · Recalled 2010-08-03 · CPSC page

Description

The recalled product is a 13-foot Solar Lighted Cantilever Umbrella. The umbrella has tan or chocolate colored material, lights and a black supporting pole. The UPC numbers are 444444550439 (tan) and 444444583963 (chocolate) and can be found on the product packaging. The model numbers are 8070C-S and 8070C-L and can be found on the assembly and operating instruction that were enclosed with the product packaging.

Hazards

A plastic connector which attaches to the arm of the umbrella can break, causing the umbrella to collapse. This poses a risk of injury to the user.

Reported injuries

The firm has received 21 reports of units collapsing. Minor injuries were reported in three of those incidents including a bruise, abrasion and nausea.

Remedy

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled product and return it to any Bed Bath & Beyond location for a full refund.

Products

Name	Model	Units
Solar Lighted Cantilever Umbrellas		About 7,600

Parties

Importer: Bed Bath and Beyond Inc., of Union, N.J.
Made in: China
Sold at: Bed Bath, Beyond stores, online at www.bedbathandbeyond.com, www.bedbathandbeyond.ca

Consumer contact

For additional information, contact Bed Bath & Beyond toll-free at (800) 462-3966, 24 hours a day, seven days a week or visit the firm's website at www.bedbathandbeyond.com and www.bedbathandbeyond.ca

Source: CPSC recall 10311. Inclusion in this database is not legal or medical advice.