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Human Touch Recalls Perfect Chair to Fix Screw Drive Due to Entanglement Hazard

Reported: March 18, 2009 Initiated: March 18, 2009 #09730

Product Description

This recall involves chair model numbers PC-095, PC-3, PC-7, and PC-9 that have an "open screw" drive or a "dual cover" screw drive and that were sold prior to September 2007. Screws that are fully covered (the "quad cover") are not subject to this recall; see picture.

Reason for Recall

The screw on the underside of the Perfect Chair recliner can cut or entangle children or pets.

Remedy

Consumers should inspect the chair immediately and to see if it has the 'open screw' or 'dual cover screw,' centered directly beneath the chair. Consumers should stop using these chairs if children or pets are present and contact either Human Touch or a Human Touch dealer for a free screw cover kit.

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled?
This recall involves chair model numbers PC-095, PC-3, PC-7, and PC-9 that have an "open screw" drive or a "dual cover" screw drive and that were sold prior to September 2007. Screws that are fully covered (the "quad cover") are not subject to this recall; see picture.. Recalled by Human Touch LLC, of Long Beach, Calif.. Units affected: About 20,000.
Why was this product recalled?
The screw on the underside of the Perfect Chair recliner can cut or entangle children or pets.
What should consumers do?
Consumers should inspect the chair immediately and to see if it has the 'open screw' or 'dual cover screw,' centered directly beneath the chair. Consumers should stop using these chairs if children or pets are present and contact either Human Touch or a Human Touch dealer for a free screw cover kit.
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the CPSC on March 18, 2009. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: 09730.