CPSC recall · Reported January 17, 2013
American Signature Recalls Hayward Push Back Chairs Due to Fall Hazard; Sold Exclusively at Value City Furniture and American Signature Furniture Stores
The chair can tip over backwards when used in its fully reclined position, posing a fall hazard to consumers.
The CPSC recalled The recalled chairs are Hayward Push Back reclining armchairs. They are 38 inches high an….
American Signature Recalls Hayward Push Back Chairs Due to Fall Hazard; Sold Exclusively … was recalled and listed by the CPSC in January 17, 2013. Reason: The chair can tip over backwards when used in its fully reclined position, posing a fall hazard to consumers.. Remedy: Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled chairs and contact American Signatur…. Verify recall #13719 with the CPSC before acting.
The recall
issued this CPSC recall-The chair can tip over backwards when used in its fully reclined position, posing a fall hazard to consumers..
- None
- agency class
- January 17, 2013
- reported
Sourced from official CPSC enforcement records. Verify recall #13719 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.
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Product description
The recalled chairs are Hayward Push Back reclining armchairs. They are 38 inches high and covered in brown or black faux leather fabric with double-needle baseball stitching. The brown chair is item number HGB-805-1. The black chair is item number HGB-805-2. The item number is on the upper right-hand side of the product tag attached to the bottom side of the chair's footrest.
Reason for recall
The chair can tip over backwards when used in its fully reclined position, posing a fall hazard to consumers.
Remedy, what to do
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled chairs and contact American Signature to receive free replacement legs. Consumers may also return the chairs for a store credit equal to the full price of the chair. American Signature is contacting its customers directly.
Recall Profile
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
| Severity class | Not classified by agency |
| Status | Active |
| Recall number | 13719 |
| Date reported | January 17, 2013 |
| Date initiated | January 17, 2013 |
| Recalling firm | Not disclosed |
| Affected scope | About 2,158 |
| 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 the recalled chairs and contact American Signature to receive free replacement legs. Cons…
- Check the recall number (13719) 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.
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