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Target Recalls Step Stools with Storage Due to Fall Hazard

Reported: August 4, 2011 Initiated: August 4, 2011 #11299

Product Description

The wooden step stool has two steps and comes in various colors, including natural, natural and red, white and honey. The Circo step stool has a lid on the bottom step that lifts to provide storage. The Do Your Room (DYR) step stool has a lid on the top step that lifts to provide storage. The step stools measure approximately 13" H x 13 5/8" W x 14 1/8" D. The Circo brand name or DYR brand name and UPC numbers are printed on a label found underneath the step stool. The following step stools are included in this recall: Step Stools With Storage Brand Name Style Description UPC Number Selling Period Circo White step stool w/storage 490970403046 or 180970208597 June 2009-Feb 2010 Feb. 2010-Oct 2010 Circo Natural step stool w/storage 490970403053 or 180970208610 June 2009-Feb 2010Feb. 2010-Oct 2010 Circo Natural & red step stool w/storage 490970403060 or 180970208665 June 2009-Feb 2010Feb. 2010-Oct 2010 Do Your Room (DYR) Natural step stool w/storage 097168014338 Jan. 2007-Aug. 2009 Do Your Room (DYR) Honey step stool w/storage 390970402622 Jan. 2007-Aug. 2009

Reason for Recall

The wooden step stools can break apart or collapse under the weight of the user, posing a fall hazard.

Remedy

Consumers should immediately stop using the step stools and return them to any Target store to receive a full refund.

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled?
The wooden step stool has two steps and comes in various colors, including natural, natural and red, white and honey. The Circo step stool has a lid on the bottom step that lifts to provide storage. The Do Your Room (DYR) step stool has a lid on the top step that lifts to provide storage. The step stools measure approximately 13" H x 13 5/8" W x 14 1/8" D. The Circo brand name or DYR brand name and UPC numbers are printed on a label found underneath the step stool. The following step stools are included in this recall: Step Stools With Storage Brand Name Style Description UPC Number Selling Period Circo White step stool w/storage 490970403046 or 180970208597 June 2009-Feb 2010 Feb. 2010-Oct 2010 Circo Natural step stool w/storage 490970403053 or 180970208610 June 2009-Feb 2010Feb. 2010-Oct 2010 Circo Natural & red step stool w/storage 490970403060 or 180970208665 June 2009-Feb 2010Feb. 2010-Oct 2010 Do Your Room (DYR) Natural step stool w/storage 097168014338 Jan. 2007-Aug. 2009 Do Your Room (DYR) Honey step stool w/storage 390970402622 Jan. 2007-Aug. 2009. Units affected: About 206,000.
Why was this product recalled?
The wooden step stools can break apart or collapse under the weight of the user, posing a fall hazard.
What should consumers do?
Consumers should immediately stop using the step stools and return them to any Target store to receive a full refund.
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the CPSC on August 4, 2011. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: 11299.