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Bed Bath & Beyond Hammock Stands Recalled by Pride Family Brands Due To Fall Hazard

Reported: September 24, 2015 Initiated: September 24, 2015 #15252

Product Description

The recalled hammock stand was sold under the Bed Bath & Beyond Destination Summer private label. The bronze-colored heavy gauge steel hammock stand with enamel finish measures 15 feet long by 3.5 feet wide by 4 feet high.

Reason for Recall

Z-shaped hooks that attach the hammock to the hammock stand can bend or break, resulting in a consumer falling to the ground.

Remedy

Consumers should immediately stop using the product, dispose of the Z-shaped hooks and contact Pride Family Brands to obtain a free set of heavier-gauged, S-shaped replacement hooks.

Details

Units Affected
About 13,900 (an additional 55 units sold in Canada)

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled?
The recalled hammock stand was sold under the Bed Bath & Beyond Destination Summer private label. The bronze-colored heavy gauge steel hammock stand with enamel finish measures 15 feet long by 3.5 feet wide by 4 feet high.. Recalled by Pride Family Brands, Inc., of Fort Lauderdale, Fla.. Units affected: About 13,900 (an additional 55 units sold in Canada).
Why was this product recalled?
Z-shaped hooks that attach the hammock to the hammock stand can bend or break, resulting in a consumer falling to the ground.
What should consumers do?
Consumers should immediately stop using the product, dispose of the Z-shaped hooks and contact Pride Family Brands to obtain a free set of heavier-gauged, S-shaped replacement hooks.
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the CPSC on September 24, 2015. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: 15252.