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Pottery Barn Recalls Wooden Hammock Stands Due to Fall and Laceration Hazard

Reported: October 1, 2008 Initiated: October 1, 2008 #09001

Product Description

The wooden hammock stands measure about 154 ½ inches long by 53 ½ inches in height by 53 inches in width. There are two black metal brackets on the base and on the arms of the hammock stand. All Pottery Barn two pole wooden hammock stands sold from 2003 through 2008 are included in this recall.

Reason for Recall

When used outdoors, the wood in the hammock stand can deteriorate over time and break, posing a risk of falls and lacerations to consumers.

Remedy

Consumers should remove the two top side brackets of the hammock stand and dispose of the remaining portion of the hammock stand. Contact Pottery Barn to schedule a free pickup of the brackets and to receive a merchandise credit for the amount of the stand.

Details

Units Affected
About 30,000
Official Source
https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2009/Pottery-Barn-Recalls-Wooden-Hammock-Stands-Due-to-Fall-and-Laceration-Hazard

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled? ▼
The wooden hammock stands measure about 154 ½ inches long by 53 ½ inches in height by 53 inches in width. There are two black metal brackets on the base and on the arms of the hammock stand. All Pottery Barn two pole wooden hammock stands sold from 2003 through 2008 are included in this recall.. Units affected: About 30,000.
Why was this product recalled? ▼
When used outdoors, the wood in the hammock stand can deteriorate over time and break, posing a risk of falls and lacerations to consumers.
What should consumers do? ▼
Consumers should remove the two top side brackets of the hammock stand and dispose of the remaining portion of the hammock stand. Contact Pottery Barn to schedule a free pickup of the brackets and to receive a merchandise credit for the amount of the stand.
Which agency issued this recall? ▼
This recall was issued by the CPSC on October 1, 2008. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: 09001.

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