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CPSC, Lane Furniture Industries Inc. Announce Recall of High-Leg Recliner Chairs

Reported: May 22, 2003 Initiated: May 22, 2003 #03131

Product Description

The recall includes three-position, high-leg recliner chairs that have a five-digit style number beginning with 026 or 027 and a shipping date prior to May 2002. The style number and shipping date can be found on a small label located either underneath the footrest or under the chair itself. High-leg recliner chairs measure 7 inches to 9 inches from the floor.

Reason for Recall

A mechanism in the footrest can create a pinch point that can cause injury if consumers open or recline the chair by reaching underneath the footrest.

Remedy

Contact Lane Furniture Industries to receive a repair kit.

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled?
The recall includes three-position, high-leg recliner chairs that have a five-digit style number beginning with 026 or 027 and a shipping date prior to May 2002. The style number and shipping date can be found on a small label located either underneath the footrest or under the chair itself. High-leg recliner chairs measure 7 inches to 9 inches from the floor.. Recalled by Lane Furniture Industries Inc., of Tupelo, Miss.. Units affected: 620,000.
Why was this product recalled?
A mechanism in the footrest can create a pinch point that can cause injury if consumers open or recline the chair by reaching underneath the footrest.
What should consumers do?
Contact Lane Furniture Industries to receive a repair kit.
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the CPSC on May 22, 2003. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: 03131.