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Norwood Furniture Recalls Science Tables due to Injury Hazard (Recall Alert)

Reported: January 2, 2014 Initiated: January 2, 2014 #14706

Product Description

This recall involves Norwood Furniture's science tables. The rectangular tables have a black laminate finish tabletop with a light brown hardwood base and four legs. There are black floor grips at the bottom of each wooden leg. The table has two rectangular, front open compartments. The affected products include item numbers, NOR-PIH1027-SO for the 24" W x 48" L x 30" H table, NOR-PIH1028-SO for the 24" W x 54" L x 30" H table and NOR-PIH1029-SO for the 24" W x 60" L x 30" H table. Consumers can locate the item number on the underside of the tabletop which is listed with the Commercial Furniture phone number, the OCI# and Country of Origin:China.

Reason for Recall

The wooden legs can split causing instability which poses an injury hazard to those using the table

Remedy

Customers should contact School Outfitters to set up repair appointments with installation experts to replace the legs on all affected tables free of charge. School Outfitters is contacting customers directly.

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled?
This recall involves Norwood Furniture's science tables. The rectangular tables have a black laminate finish tabletop with a light brown hardwood base and four legs. There are black floor grips at the bottom of each wooden leg. The table has two rectangular, front open compartments. The affected products include item numbers, NOR-PIH1027-SO for the 24" W x 48" L x 30" H table, NOR-PIH1028-SO for the 24" W x 54" L x 30" H table and NOR-PIH1029-SO for the 24" W x 60" L x 30" H table. Consumers can locate the item number on the underside of the tabletop which is listed with the Commercial Furniture phone number, the OCI# and Country of Origin:China.. Units affected: 655.
Why was this product recalled?
The wooden legs can split causing instability which poses an injury hazard to those using the table
What should consumers do?
Customers should contact School Outfitters to set up repair appointments with installation experts to replace the legs on all affected tables free of charge. School Outfitters is contacting customers directly.
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the CPSC on January 2, 2014. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: 14706.