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CPSC recall · Reported October 24, 2012

Rivers Edge Recalls Hunters Tree Stands due to Fall Hazard

The snap-hook assemblies can fail, causing the tree stand and the user to fall to the ground.

Recall #
13018
Affected scope
About 14,000
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The CPSC recalled The recalled products are Rivers Edge® Big Foot, Lite Foot and Baby Big Foot tree stands.….

Rivers Edge Recalls Hunters Tree Stands due to Fall Hazard was recalled and listed by the CPSC in October 24, 2012. Reason: The snap-hook assemblies can fail, causing the tree stand and the user to fall to the ground.. Remedy: Consumers should immediately stop using recalled tree stands and contact Rivers Edge Tree…. Verify recall #13018 with the CPSC before acting.

The recall

issued this CPSC recall-The snap-hook assemblies can fail, causing the tree stand and the user to fall to the ground..

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October 24, 2012
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Sourced from official CPSC enforcement records. Verify recall #13018 with the agency before acting. Full product description, hazard, remedy, and related recalls are below.

Recall Insight

This recall's affected scope, documented in the Recall Profile below, stays within a single-region or limited-distribution footprint. Distribution information was not included in the agency filing, so consumers should assume broad potential exposure until the firm publishes point-of-sale details. Consumers holding this product should act on the agency's documented remedy above rather than relying on general guidance.

Within the same product category the archive holds 6 closely related recalls, 5 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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Product description

The recalled products are Rivers Edge® Big Foot, Lite Foot and Baby Big Foot tree stands. The tree stands are used for bow and rifle hunting. They are made of metal with a dark gray finish and have black nylon straps with white stitching. The seats are camouflage and black and feature a yellow Rivers Edge logo on the top. The snap-hook assembly is used to attach the stand to trees or poles. Recalled models have the date "2012" on the round ID tag located on the crossbar beneath the seat and do not have an orange dot and an "X" stamped on the snap-hook. The following models are being recalled: Model Name Model Number Big Foot RE500 Big Foot XL RE501 Lite Foot RE503 Baby Big Foot RE504 Big Foot with Footrest RE506 Big Foot XL with Footrest RE507 Big Foot XL with Fast Sticks RE510 Big Foot XL Lounger RE511 Model numbers are located on a black sticker on the seat post just below the seat and on the product packaging.

Reason for recall

The snap-hook assemblies can fail, causing the tree stand and the user to fall to the ground.

Remedy, what to do

Consumers should immediately stop using recalled tree stands and contact Rivers Edge Tree Stands Inc. to receive a free replacement snap-hook assembly.

Recall Profile

Structured summary of the CPSC recall record
Attribute Value
Agency U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission
Severity class Not classified by agency
Status Active
Recall number 13018
Date reported October 24, 2012
Date initiated October 24, 2012
Recalling firm Not disclosed
Affected scope About 14,000
Distribution Not disclosed
Official source CPSC notice →

Profile values are sourced directly from the official CPSC enforcement record. Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission.

What to do with this recall

Consumers should immediately stop using recalled tree stands and contact Rivers Edge Tree Stands Inc. to receive a free replaceme…

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Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled? ▼
The recalled products are Rivers Edge® Big Foot, Lite Foot and Baby Big Foot tree stands. The tree stands are used for bow and rifle hunting. They are made of metal with a dark gray finish and have black nylon straps with white stitching. The seats are camouflage and black and feature a yellow Rivers Edge logo on the top. The snap-hook assembly is used to attach the stand to trees or poles. Recalled models have the date "2012" on the round ID tag located on the crossbar beneath the seat and do not have an orange dot and an "X" stamped on the snap-hook. The following models are being recalled: Model Name Model Number Big Foot RE500 Big Foot XL RE501 Lite Foot RE503 Baby Big Foot RE504 Big Foot with Footrest RE506 Big Foot XL with Footrest RE507 Big Foot XL with Fast Sticks RE510 Big Foot XL Lounger RE511 Model numbers are located on a black sticker on the seat post just below the seat and on the product packaging.. Units affected: About 14,000.
Why was this product recalled? ▼
The snap-hook assemblies can fail, causing the tree stand and the user to fall to the ground.
What should consumers do? ▼
Consumers should immediately stop using recalled tree stands and contact Rivers Edge Tree Stands Inc. to receive a free replacement snap-hook assembly.
Which agency issued this recall? ▼
This recall was issued by the CPSC on October 24, 2012. CPSC does not publish a hazard classification for this recall. Recall number: 13018.
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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