CPSC recall · Reported May 27, 2009
Outdoor Play Sets Sold Exclusively at Toys"R"Us Recalled by Step2 Due to Fall Hazard; Swings Can Break
The triangular hangers that attach the swing's ropes to the upper rail of the play set can break, posing a fall hazard to children.
The Step2 Company LLC, of Streetsboro, Ohio recalled This recall involves Step2 Play Up Gym play sets. The recalled outdoor play sets include ….
Outdoor Play Sets Sold Exclusively at Toys"R"Us Recalled by Step2 Due to Fall Hazard; Swi… was recalled by The Step2 Company LLC, of Streetsboro, Ohio in May 27, 2009. Reason: The triangular hangers that attach the swing's ropes to the upper rail of the play set can break, posing a fa…. Remedy: Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled play sets and contact Step 2 to rece…. Verify recall #09231 with the CPSC before acting.
The recall
The Step2 Company LLC, of Streetsboro, Ohio issued this CPSC recall-The triangular hangers that attach the swing's ropes to the upper rail of the play set can break, posing a fa….
- None
- agency class
- May 27, 2009
- reported
Sourced from official CPSC enforcement records. Verify recall #09231 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
This recall involves Step2 Play Up Gym play sets. The recalled outdoor play sets include a platform, climber, slide area and two swings and have a model number of 797300. A red "Step2" logo plate is attached to the front of the play set. Play sets that have hangers with white plastic bushings are not subject to this recall.
Reason for recall
The triangular hangers that attach the swing's ropes to the upper rail of the play set can break, posing a fall hazard to children.
Remedy, what to do
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled play sets and contact Step 2 to receive a set of replacement hangers and instructions.
Recall Profile
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
| Severity class | Not classified by agency |
| Status | Active |
| Recall number | 09231 |
| Date reported | May 27, 2009 |
| Date initiated | May 27, 2009 |
| Recalling firm | The Step2 Company LLC, of Streetsboro, Ohio |
| Affected scope | About 4,300 |
| 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 immediately stop using the recalled play sets and contact Step 2 to receive a set of replacement hangers and ins…
- Check the recall number (09231) 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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