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OfficeMax Recalls Office Chairs Due to Fall Hazard

Reported: September 1, 2009 Initiated: September 1, 2009 #09336

Product Description

The recall involves OfficeMax Task Chairs with model numbers OM182 and OM96614. The model number is located under the chair's seat on a white UPC label. The chairs are charcoal or dark charcoal in color and have black plastic arms and a rolling plastic and metal base.

Reason for Recall

The back and the base post of the chair can break while in use, posing a fall hazard to consumers.

Remedy

Consumers should immediately stop using the chairs and return them to any OfficeMax store for a full refund or a $55 gift card if the consumer does not have a receipt.

Details

Units Affected
About 216,000
Official Source
https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2009/OfficeMax-Recalls-Office-Chairs-Due-to-Fall-Hazard

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled? ▼
The recall involves OfficeMax Task Chairs with model numbers OM182 and OM96614. The model number is located under the chair's seat on a white UPC label. The chairs are charcoal or dark charcoal in color and have black plastic arms and a rolling plastic and metal base.. Units affected: About 216,000.
Why was this product recalled? ▼
The back and the base post of the chair can break while in use, posing a fall hazard to consumers.
What should consumers do? ▼
Consumers should immediately stop using the chairs and return them to any OfficeMax store for a full refund or a $55 gift card if the consumer does not have a receipt.
Which agency issued this recall? ▼
This recall was issued by the CPSC on September 1, 2009. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: 09336.

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