Outdoor Playset Gliders Recalled by Backyard Play Systems Due to Fall Hazard; New Assembly Instructions Provided

Recall Insight

This CPSC action (record #09705) was formally reported on October 8, 2008. It is classified under Moderate severity, with a current status of Active. Backyard Play Systems LLC, of Monroe, Mich. is listed as the recalling firm. Federal records indicate About 500 units are affected.

The documented reason for this recall is: Some of the gliders were shipped with assembly instructions that did not inform consumers to tighten all lock nuts during assembly, including those attached by the manufacturer. As a result, some lock nuts were not full… Distribution information was not included in the agency filing, so consumers should assume broad potential exposure until the firm publishes point-of-sale details. The remedy documented by the agency is: Consumers should immediately stop using the gliders until all lock nuts are securely fastened. Backyard Play Systems is notifying all customers directly and is providing written instructions indicati… — consumers holding this product should act on that instruction rather than relying on general guidance.

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