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CPSC, Playnation Play Systems Announce Recall of "Fun Buckets" on Backyard Play Sets

Reported: February 20, 2003 Initiated: February 20, 2003 #03084

Product Description

This recall involves "Fun Buckets" sold as an add-on option for backyard play sets. The 14-inch-deep buckets are either yellow or green vinyl and have a black nylon strap attached to the rope. The "Fun Bucket" was sold with a heavy wood bracket to attach it to the roof of a play set fort.

Reason for Recall

As children play on the play set's slide or platform, the 6- to 8-ft free- hanging rope can become entangled around the child's neck. This presents a strangulation hazard to young children.

Remedy

Consumers should take down the "Fun Buckets" immediately and return them to the store where purchased, for a refund or a credit toward another product.

Details

Units Affected
About 1,400
Official Source
https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2003/CPSC-Playnation-Play-Systems-Announce-Recall-of-Fun-Buckets-on-Backyard-Play-Sets-

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled? ▼
This recall involves "Fun Buckets" sold as an add-on option for backyard play sets. The 14-inch-deep buckets are either yellow or green vinyl and have a black nylon strap attached to the rope. The "Fun Bucket" was sold with a heavy wood bracket to attach it to the roof of a play set fort.. Recalled by Playnation Play Systems of Kennesaw, Ga.. Units affected: About 1,400.
Why was this product recalled? ▼
As children play on the play set's slide or platform, the 6- to 8-ft free- hanging rope can become entangled around the child's neck. This presents a strangulation hazard to young children.
What should consumers do? ▼
Consumers should take down the "Fun Buckets" immediately and return them to the store where purchased, for a refund or a credit toward another product.
Which agency issued this recall? ▼
This recall was issued by the CPSC on February 20, 2003. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: 03084.

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