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CPSC recall · Reported September 20, 2012

Hayneedle Recalls Wooden Arc Hammock Stands Due to Fall Hazard

The layers of wood in the stand can separate and fail, causing the stand to break and posing a fall hazard.

Recall #
12749
Affected scope
557
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Hayneedle Inc., of Omaha, Neb. recalled The recalled Shorea wood hammock stands are natural or driftwood colored with an arc-shap… - a moderate-severity action.

Hayneedle Recalls Wooden Arc Hammock Stands Due to Fall Hazard was recalled by Hayneedle Inc., of Omaha, Neb. in September 20, 2012. Reason: The layers of wood in the stand can separate and fail, causing the stand to break and posing a fall hazard.. Remedy: Consumers should immediately stop using the hammock stand and return it to Hayneedle. Hay…. Verify recall #12749 with the CPSC before acting.

The recall

Hayneedle Inc., of Omaha, Neb. issued this moderate-severity CPSC recall-The layers of wood in the stand can separate and fail, causing the stand to break and posing a fall hazard..

Moderate
severity level
557 units
affected scope
September 20, 2012
reported

Sourced from official CPSC enforcement records. Verify recall #12749 with the agency before acting. Full product description, hazard, remedy, and related recalls are below.

Recall Insight

This CPSC action (record #12749) was formally reported on September 20, 2012. It is classified under Moderate severity, with a current status of Active. Hayneedle Inc., of Omaha, Neb. is listed as the recalling firm. Federal records list the affected scope as 557.

The documented reason for this recall is: The layers of wood in the stand can separate and fail, causing the stand to break and posing a fall hazard. 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 hammock stand and return it to Hayneedle. Hayneedle is offering consumers a full refund, including return shipping costs. Hayneedle has directly contacted … - consumers holding this product should act on that instruction rather than relying on general guidance.

Within the same product category the archive holds 6 closely related recalls, 6 from CPSC - clustering in a narrow category often points to a systemic quality-control or supplier issue rather than a one-off defect. Always verify the recall number against the official agency record before acting.

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Where this recall sits in the database

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Severity

Moderate

Affected scope

557

Related Recalls

6

6 from same agency

Product description

The recalled Shorea wood hammock stands are natural or driftwood colored with an arc-shaped holder standing perpendicular to two base pieces. The stand is 14.5 feet long, 5 feet wide and 4.25 feet high. The stand is compatible with spreader bar hammocks, which are sold separately. The item/model number VFA042-1 or VFA287-1 is printed on the packaging.

Reason for recall

The layers of wood in the stand can separate and fail, causing the stand to break and posing a fall hazard.

Remedy, what to do

Consumers should immediately stop using the hammock stand and return it to Hayneedle. Hayneedle is offering consumers a full refund, including return shipping costs. Hayneedle has directly contacted consumers who purchased the hammock stands.

Recall Profile

Structured summary of the CPSC recall record
Attribute Value
Agency U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission
Severity class Moderate
Status Active
Recall number 12749
Date reported September 20, 2012
Date initiated September 20, 2012
Recalling firm Hayneedle Inc., of Omaha, Neb.
Affected scope 557
Distribution Not disclosed
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Profile values are sourced directly from the official CPSC enforcement record. Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission.

Scale of Impact

557 units affected - limited or regional distribution scale.

Regional (<10K units) ✓ This recall
Multi-state (10K – 100K units) -
Large-scale (100K – 1M units) -
Massive (≥1M units) -

Bracket cutoffs follow federal recall-disclosure conventions; bar widths scale linearly within each bracket. Source: PlainRecalls analysis of U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission filings.

What to do with this recall

Consumers should immediately stop using the hammock stand and return it to Hayneedle. Hayneedle is offering consumers a full refu…

  • Check the recall number (12749) 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

This page summarizes the official CPSC record for research and awareness; it is not legal, medical, or safety advice. Verify with the issuing agency before acting.

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled?
The recalled Shorea wood hammock stands are natural or driftwood colored with an arc-shaped holder standing perpendicular to two base pieces. The stand is 14.5 feet long, 5 feet wide and 4.25 feet high. The stand is compatible with spreader bar hammocks, which are sold separately. The item/model number VFA042-1 or VFA287-1 is printed on the packaging.. Recalled by Hayneedle Inc., of Omaha, Neb.. Units affected: 557.
Why was this product recalled?
The layers of wood in the stand can separate and fail, causing the stand to break and posing a fall hazard.
What should consumers do?
Consumers should immediately stop using the hammock stand and return it to Hayneedle. Hayneedle is offering consumers a full refund, including return shipping costs. Hayneedle has directly contacted consumers who purchased the hammock stands.
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the CPSC on September 20, 2012. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: 12749.
How do I check if my product is affected by a recall?
Check the product description and recall number (12749) against your product. Visit the official CPSC website for the most current information. You can also use our Recall Checker tool to search by product name or brand.
How do I report an injury from a recalled product?
Report injuries to the issuing agency: CPSC at SaferProducts.gov, NHTSA at nhtsa.gov/report-a-safety-problem, or FDA via MedWatch. Document the product (photos, model/serial numbers, purchase receipts) and seek medical attention. Injury reports help agencies track hazard patterns and may strengthen enforcement actions.

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Every figure on PlainRecalls is rendered directly from official FDA, CPSC and NHTSA recall records, no number is typed in by an editor. This recall: CPSC, reported September 20, 2012. Severity classes follow each agency's own taxonomy (FDA Class I/II/III; CPSC and NHTSA by hazard type), and related-recall context is computed across the full archive. See our editorial standards & corrections policy, the methodology behind these numbers, or report a data error. Data current as of July 2026.