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CPSC recall · Reported April 2, 2002

CPSC, Intercon Merchandising Source Announce Recall of Mini Beach Chairs Given with "Time Out" Cosmetics at Sears

The chairs can collapse, posing crush and amputation hazards to consumer's fingers and toes.

Recall #
02130
Affected scope
About 100,000
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Intercon Merchandising Source Inc., of City of Industry, Calif. recalled The recalled mini beach chair, which can be used by both children and adults, was a free … - a moderate-severity action.

CPSC, Intercon Merchandising Source Announce Recall of Mini Beach Chairs Given with "Time… was recalled by Intercon Merchandising Source Inc., of City of Industry, Calif. in April 2, 2002. Reason: The chairs can collapse, posing crush and amputation hazards to consumer's fingers and toes.. Remedy: Consumer should stop using these mini beach chairs immediately and contact Intercon for a…. Verify recall #02130 with the CPSC before acting.

The recall

Intercon Merchandising Source Inc., of City of Industry, Calif. issued this moderate-severity CPSC recall-The chairs can collapse, posing crush and amputation hazards to consumer's fingers and toes..

Moderate
severity level
April 2, 2002
reported

Sourced from official CPSC enforcement records. Verify recall #02130 with the agency before acting. Full product description, hazard, remedy, and related recalls are below.

Recall Insight

This CPSC action (record #02130) was formally reported on April 2, 2002. It is classified under Moderate severity, with a current status of Active. Intercon Merchandising Source Inc., of City of Industry, Calif. is listed as the recalling firm. Federal records list the affected scope as About 100,000.

The documented reason for this recall is: The chairs can collapse, posing crush and amputation hazards to consumer's fingers and toes. Distribution information was not included in the agency filing, so consumers should assume broad potential exposure until the firm publishes point-of-sale details. The remedy documented by the agency is: Consumer should stop using these mini beach chairs immediately and contact Intercon for a free repair. - consumers holding this product should act on that instruction rather than relying on general guidance.

Within the same product category the archive holds 6 closely related recalls, 6 from CPSC - clustering in a narrow category often points to a systemic quality-control or supplier issue rather than a one-off defect. Always verify the recall number against the official agency record before acting.

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Where this recall sits in the database

Of 101,704 recalls in the database, 24,878 are high severity, 72,426 moderate, and 4,400 low. This recall is classified moderate severity.

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Severity

Moderate

Affected scope

About 100,000

Related Recalls

6

6 from same agency

Product description

The recalled mini beach chair, which can be used by both children and adults, was a free gift with the purchase of a Time Out cosmetic product at Sears stores. The mini beach chairs are white aluminum with a blue canvas seat and back. The name "Time Out" is printed on the canvas backrest.

Reason for recall

The chairs can collapse, posing crush and amputation hazards to consumer's fingers and toes.

Remedy, what to do

Consumer should stop using these mini beach chairs immediately and contact Intercon for a free repair.

Recall Profile

Structured summary of the CPSC recall record
Attribute Value
Agency U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission
Severity class Moderate
Status Active
Recall number 02130
Date reported April 2, 2002
Date initiated April 2, 2002
Recalling firm Intercon Merchandising Source Inc., of City of Industry, Calif.
Affected scope About 100,000
Distribution Not disclosed
Official source CPSC notice →

Profile values are sourced directly from the official CPSC enforcement record. Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission.

What to do with this recall

Consumer should stop using these mini beach chairs immediately and contact Intercon for a free repair.

  • Check the recall number (02130) and product description against the item you own. Search the archive
  • Confirm the current status and remedy on the official CPSC notice before acting. CPSC notice
  • Follow the documented remedy (refund, replacement, repair, or disposal) rather than general advice. What to do next

This page summarizes the official CPSC record for research and awareness; it is not legal, medical, or safety advice. Verify with the issuing agency before acting.

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled?
The recalled mini beach chair, which can be used by both children and adults, was a free gift with the purchase of a Time Out cosmetic product at Sears stores. The mini beach chairs are white aluminum with a blue canvas seat and back. The name "Time Out" is printed on the canvas backrest.. Recalled by Intercon Merchandising Source Inc., of City of Industry, Calif.. Units affected: About 100,000.
Why was this product recalled?
The chairs can collapse, posing crush and amputation hazards to consumer's fingers and toes.
What should consumers do?
Consumer should stop using these mini beach chairs immediately and contact Intercon for a free repair.
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the CPSC on April 2, 2002. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: 02130.
How do I check if my product is affected by a recall?
Check the product description and recall number (02130) against your product. Visit the official CPSC website for the most current information. You can also use our Recall Checker tool to search by product name or brand.
How do I report an injury from a recalled product?
Report injuries to the issuing agency: CPSC at SaferProducts.gov, NHTSA at nhtsa.gov/report-a-safety-problem, or FDA via MedWatch. Document the product (photos, model/serial numbers, purchase receipts) and seek medical attention. Injury reports help agencies track hazard patterns and may strengthen enforcement actions.

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Every figure on PlainRecalls is rendered directly from official FDA, CPSC and NHTSA recall records, no number is typed in by an editor. This recall: CPSC, reported April 2, 2002. Severity classes follow each agency's own taxonomy (FDA Class I/II/III; CPSC and NHTSA by hazard type), and related-recall context is computed across the full archive. See our editorial standards & corrections policy, the methodology behind these numbers, or report a data error. Data current as of July 2026.