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Rocking Chairs Sold at Wal-Mart Recalled for Fall Hazard

Reported: March 22, 2006 Initiated: March 22, 2006 #06117

Product Description

The recall involves three models of rocking chairs, the Mainstays Love Seat Rocker (Model IT-13380) and the Mainstays Porch Rocker (Model IT-13379 and IT-13270). The Love Seat Rocker is wooden, white and seats two persons. The back support frame and the seat are made of slats. "Made in China" is printed on a sticker under the seat. The wooden Porch Rocker is sold in white and "natural" (light brown) color and seats only one person. "Made in Indonesia" is printed on a sticker under the Porch Rocker's seat. They sit on curved runners. The model number is printed on the rocker's packaging.

Reason for Recall

Poor construction and over-curvature of the chair's runners can cause instability, imbalance, fracturing of the wood, and tip-over during use. This poses a fall hazard to consumers.

Remedy

Consumers should immediately stop using these rocking chairs and return them to Wal-Mart for a full refund.

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled?
The recall involves three models of rocking chairs, the Mainstays Love Seat Rocker (Model IT-13380) and the Mainstays Porch Rocker (Model IT-13379 and IT-13270). The Love Seat Rocker is wooden, white and seats two persons. The back support frame and the seat are made of slats. "Made in China" is printed on a sticker under the seat. The wooden Porch Rocker is sold in white and "natural" (light brown) color and seats only one person. "Made in Indonesia" is printed on a sticker under the Porch Rocker's seat. They sit on curved runners. The model number is printed on the rocker's packaging.. Units affected: About 643,000.
Why was this product recalled?
Poor construction and over-curvature of the chair's runners can cause instability, imbalance, fracturing of the wood, and tip-over during use. This poses a fall hazard to consumers.
What should consumers do?
Consumers should immediately stop using these rocking chairs and return them to Wal-Mart for a full refund.
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the CPSC on March 22, 2006. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: 06117.