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CPSC recall · Reported August 7, 2002

CPSC, Adams Manufacturing Corp. Announce Recall of Folding Chair

Some of the legs on these chairs were mis-assembled by the installer and a piece of the chair could be bent out of shape. This can allow the chair to collapse during use, causing …

Recall #
02223
Affected scope
About 2,740
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Adams Manufacturing Corp., of Portersville, Pa. recalled The folding chairs have the brand names Adams Quik Fold Chair (as individual chairs) and … - a moderate-severity action.

CPSC, Adams Manufacturing Corp. Announce Recall of Folding Chair was recalled by Adams Manufacturing Corp., of Portersville, Pa. in August 7, 2002. Reason: Some of the legs on these chairs were mis-assembled by the installer and a piece of the chair could be bent o…. Remedy: Consumers should stop using the folding chairs immediately and return them to the place w…. Verify recall #02223 with the CPSC before acting.

The recall

Adams Manufacturing Corp., of Portersville, Pa. issued this moderate-severity CPSC recall-Some of the legs on these chairs were mis-assembled by the installer and a piece of the chair could be bent o….

Moderate
severity level
August 7, 2002
reported

Sourced from official CPSC enforcement records. Verify recall #02223 with the agency before acting. Full product description, hazard, remedy, and related recalls are below.

Recall Insight

This CPSC action (record #02223) was formally reported on August 7, 2002. It is classified under Moderate severity, with a current status of Active. Adams Manufacturing Corp., of Portersville, Pa. is listed as the recalling firm. Federal records list the affected scope as About 2,740.

The documented reason for this recall is: Some of the legs on these chairs were mis-assembled by the installer and a piece of the chair could be bent out of shape. This can allow the chair to collapse during use, causing consumers to suffer injuries from falls. 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: Consumers should stop using the folding chairs immediately and return them to the place where purchased to receive a replacement chair or a refund. - 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

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Severity

Moderate

Affected scope

About 2,740

Related Recalls

6

6 from same agency

Product description

The folding chairs have the brand names Adams Quik Fold Chair (as individual chairs) and Quik Fold Café Set (as a set, including a table and two chairs). The recalled individual chairs include item numbers 8575-48-3750, 8575-16-3750 and 8575-38-3750. The recalled chair sets include item numbers 8590-48-3600, 8590-16-3600 and 8590-38-3600. The chairs are made of white, green or sandstone molded plastic. A label on the backrest of the chair reads "Adams Quick Fold Chair."

Reason for recall

Some of the legs on these chairs were mis-assembled by the installer and a piece of the chair could be bent out of shape. This can allow the chair to collapse during use, causing consumers to suffer injuries from falls.

Remedy, what to do

Consumers should stop using the folding chairs immediately and return them to the place where purchased to receive a replacement chair or a refund.

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 02223
Date reported August 7, 2002
Date initiated August 7, 2002
Recalling firm Adams Manufacturing Corp., of Portersville, Pa.
Affected scope About 2,740
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

Consumers should stop using the folding chairs immediately and return them to the place where purchased to receive a replacement …

  • Check the recall number (02223) 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 folding chairs have the brand names Adams Quik Fold Chair (as individual chairs) and Quik Fold Café Set (as a set, including a table and two chairs). The recalled individual chairs include item numbers 8575-48-3750, 8575-16-3750 and 8575-38-3750. The recalled chair sets include item numbers 8590-48-3600, 8590-16-3600 and 8590-38-3600. The chairs are made of white, green or sandstone molded plastic. A label on the backrest of the chair reads "Adams Quick Fold Chair.". Recalled by Adams Manufacturing Corp., of Portersville, Pa.. Units affected: About 2,740.
Why was this product recalled?
Some of the legs on these chairs were mis-assembled by the installer and a piece of the chair could be bent out of shape. This can allow the chair to collapse during use, causing consumers to suffer injuries from falls.
What should consumers do?
Consumers should stop using the folding chairs immediately and return them to the place where purchased to receive a replacement chair or a refund.
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the CPSC on August 7, 2002. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: 02223.
How do I check if my product is affected by a recall?
Check the product description and recall number (02223) 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 August 7, 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.