CPSC recall · Reported March 15, 2006
Swing Sets Recalled for Repair Due to Risk of Top Beam Disconnecting
The connection between the swing set's horizontal top beam and the vertical end support post can break, posing a risk of injury, if the user falls to the ground or is hit by the b…
PlayPower Lt Farmington Inc., of Farmington, Mo. (formerly Little Tikes Commercial Play Systems Inc.) recalled Both swing sets have metal frames in a variety of colors. The swings hang by chains from ….
Swing Sets Recalled for Repair Due to Risk of Top Beam Disconnecting was recalled by PlayPower Lt Farmington Inc., of Farmington, Mo. (formerly Little Tikes Commercial Play Systems Inc.) in March 15, 2006. Reason: The connection between the swing set's horizontal top beam and the vertical end support post can break, posin…. Remedy: Consumers should stop using the recalled swing sets immediately and remove the swing's ch…. Verify recall #06535 with the CPSC before acting.
The recall
PlayPower Lt Farmington Inc., of Farmington, Mo. (formerly Little Tikes Commercial Play Systems Inc.) issued this CPSC recall-The connection between the swing set's horizontal top beam and the vertical end support post can break, posin….
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- agency class
- March 15, 2006
- reported
Sourced from official CPSC enforcement records. Verify recall #06535 with the agency before acting. Full product description, hazard, remedy, and related recalls are below.
Recall Insight
This recall's affected scope, documented in the Recall Profile below, stays within a single-region or limited-distribution footprint. Distribution information was not included in the agency filing, so consumers should assume broad potential exposure until the firm publishes point-of-sale details. Consumers holding this product should act on the agency's documented remedy above rather than relying on general guidance.
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Product description
Both swing sets have metal frames in a variety of colors. The swings hang by chains from the top beam and have black flexible rubber seats. The frame of the "Max Play" Model 200096625 has vertical support posts with a horizontal beam connected across the top. The frame of the "Kid Builders Arch" Model 200122457 has arched end posts with a horizontal beam across the top.
Reason for recall
The connection between the swing set's horizontal top beam and the vertical end support post can break, posing a risk of injury, if the user falls to the ground or is hit by the beam.
Remedy, what to do
Consumers should stop using the recalled swing sets immediately and remove the swing's chains and seats from the top beam until a repair kit can be installed. PlayPower LT is contacting swing owners directly by mail and is providing free repair kits.
Recall Profile
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
| Severity class | Not classified by agency |
| Status | Active |
| Recall number | 06535 |
| Date reported | March 15, 2006 |
| Date initiated | March 15, 2006 |
| Recalling firm | PlayPower Lt Farmington Inc., of Farmington, Mo. (formerly Little Tikes Commercial Play Systems Inc.) |
| Affected scope | About 3,600 |
| 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 recalled swing sets immediately and remove the swing's chains and seats from the top beam until a…
- Check the recall number (06535) 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
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