Recalls / 2012-01-18
Steelcase Inc. Recalls Desk Chairs Due to Fall Hazard
12712 · Recalled 2012-01-18 · CPSC page
Description
This recall includes the model 482 Series Steelcase Amia desk chairs manufactured between March 1, 2011 and June 6, 2011. The model number and manufacture date are printed on a label on the underside of the chair seat. The seats are available in various colored fabric options as well as leather.
Hazards
The pivot pins installed in the control mechanism under the chair seat can fall out, posing a fall hazard to the user.
Reported injuries
None reported.
Remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using the chairs and contact Steelcase to receive adhesive covers to apply over the pivot pins on their chairs. These pin adhesive covers can be applied without the use of a tool in less than five minutes. The firm is contacting all known purchasers.
Products
| Name | Model | Units |
|---|---|---|
| Amia desk chairs | About 11,000 |
Parties
- Manufacturer
- Steelcase Inc.
- Distributor
- Steelcase Inc., of Grand Rapids, Mich.
- Made in
- United States
- Sold at
- Authorized Steelcase dealers, retail outlets including Healthy Back Store, CSN, Home Office Solutions, Office & Company, Sam Flax, online at www.store.steelcase.com, $700.
Consumer contact
For additional information, contact Steelcase toll-free at (800) 391-7194 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday. Consumers can also e-mail the firm at retrofits@steelcase.com
Source: CPSC recall 12712. Inclusion in this database is not legal or medical advice.