Recalls / 2018-10-04
Metal Playground Climbers Recalled by BCI Burke Due to Strangulation Hazard (Recall Alert)
19703 · Recalled 2018-10-04 · CPSC page
Description
This recall involves the Burke Merge Metal Climbers. These climbers are used on play equipment as an attachment that allows children to climb up and access the play structure. The metal climbers were sold in many color combinations with small geometric shaped openings with a platform and two welded handgrips at the top. "Burke" is printed on identification labels that are placed on the exterior of the entire play structure.
Hazards
The two welded handgrip locations at the top of the climbers can be too large creating a strangulation hazard. A child's body could become lodged in these openings, posing a strangulation hazard.
Reported injuries
None reported
Remedy
Consumers should immediately remove these climbers from use and contact the firm for a free repair kit. BCI Burke is contacting all owners directly by mail.
Products
| Name | Model | Units |
|---|---|---|
| Merge playground climbers | About 200 |
Parties
- Manufacturer
- BCI Burke Company
- Distributor
- BCI Burke Company, of Fond du Lac, Wis.
- Made in
- United States
- Sold at
- BCI Burke Company, its distributors to public, private organizations including schools, public parks, home owners associations nationwide, 400.
Consumer contact
Contact BCI Burke at 800-356-2070 from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. CT Monday through Friday or online at bciburke.com and click on the Climber Recall tab for more information.
Source: CPSC recall 19703. Inclusion in this database is not legal or medical advice.