CPSCGeneral Alert
Log Swings Recalled by Far East Brokers and Consultants Due to Fall Hazard
Published: June 3, 2008Recall ID: 08295Category: generalCountry: US
Reason for Recall / Hazard
A missing nail connecting the back of the log chair to the seat can cause the back to separate from the seat while in use, posing a fall hazard to consumers.
Product Description & Identification
The recall involves a wooden log swing that seats two people. The log swing hangs from a log frame. The swing measures 71 inches high by 62 inches wide.
Affected Products
Log Swings
Additional Source Details
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| U R L | https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2008/Log-Swings-Recalled-by-Far-East-Brokers-and-Consultants-Due-to-Fall-Hazard |
| Title | Log Swings Recalled by Far East Brokers and Consultants Due to Fall Hazard |
| Images › U R L | https://www.cpsc.gov/~/link/2050241f9a854e90afab50f0b3f61ce2.jpg |
| Images › Caption | Recalled Log Swing |
| Hazards › Name | A missing nail connecting the back of the log chair to the seat can cause the back to separate from the seat while in use, posing a fall hazard to consumers. |
| Injuries › Name | The firm has received six reports of the chair separating, including three reports of minor injuries. |
| Products › Name | Log Swings |
| Products › Type | Swings/Gliders |
| Products › Category I D | 2163 |
| Products › Number Of Units | About 750 |
| Recall I D | 4314 |
| Remedies › Name | Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled log swing, disassemble it, and return it to the store where purchased for a full refund. |
| Importers › Name | Far East Brokers and Consultants Inc., of Jacksonville, Fla. |
| Retailers › Name | Grand Union Family Markets, Ingle's Markets, VG's Food Center, Plumb's Valu-Rite Foods, and Central Shoprite stores nationwide from February 2008 through May 2008 for about $150. |
| Recall Date | 2008-06-03T00:00:00 |
| Description | The recall involves a wooden log swing that seats two people. The log swing hangs from a log frame. The swing measures 71 inches high by 62 inches wide. |
| Recall Number | 08295 |
| Consumer Contact | For additional information, contact Far East Brokers and Consultants toll-free at (877) 695-8354 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or visit firm's Web site at www.fareastbrokers.com |
| Last Publish Date | 2014-05-23T00:00:00 |
| Manufacturer Countries › Country | China |