Recalls / 2016-11-30

Summit Recalls Climbing Treestands Due to Fall Hazard

17041 · Recalled 2016-11-30 · CPSC page

Summit Explorer SD Closed Front Climbing Treestands

Description

This recall involves Summit Treestands Explorer SD closed front climbing treestands used for hunting. The treestands have a metal frame, a suspended foam-padded seat in a camouflage pattern material and weighs about 20 pounds. The seat platform on the stand measures about 38 inches long by 22 inches wide and the foot platform on the stand measures 36 inches long by 20 inches wide. The recalled stand can be distinguished from other models by the size of the platform and by a bar that encircles the user and folds down flat for packing. The model also includes folding stirrups.

Hazards

A weld in the treestand's frame can break during use, posing a fall hazard.

Reported injuries

None reported

Remedy

Consumers should immediately stop using the climbing treestands and contact Summit for instructions on returning the recalled product for a free replacement.

Products

Name	Model	Units
Climbing treestands		About 270

Parties

Distributor: Summit Treestands LLC, of Decatur, Ala.
Made in: United States
Sold at: Sporting goods during August 2016 for about $360.

Consumer contact

Summit Treestands toll-free at 800-353-0634 from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. CT Monday through Friday, or online at http://www.summitstands.com and click on recalls for more information.

Source: CPSC recall 17041. Inclusion in this database is not legal or medical advice.