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Cost Plus World Market Recalls Reading Chairs Due to Fall Hazard

Reported: December 3, 2015 Initiated: December 3, 2015 #16052

Product Description

This recall involves high-back upholstered reading chairs sold in a black and white floral print. The chairs are 37 inches tall by 30 inches wide, and have four wooden legs with the front two on casters. SKU number 473747 is printed on a UPC sticker affixed to the underside of the chair.

Reason for Recall

The front leg on reading chairs sold without front leg support blocks can bend or break, posing a fall hazard to the user.

Remedy

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled chairs and inspect the front legs for support blocks. Chairs without support blocks can be returned to any Cost Plus World Market for a free exchange. Consumers should contact Cost Plus World Market or log onto www.worldmarket.com for instructions on how to inspect the chair legs for support blocks.

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled?
This recall involves high-back upholstered reading chairs sold in a black and white floral print. The chairs are 37 inches tall by 30 inches wide, and have four wooden legs with the front two on casters. SKU number 473747 is printed on a UPC sticker affixed to the underside of the chair.. Recalled by Cost Plus Management Services Inc., of Oakland, Calif.. Units affected: About 2,700.
Why was this product recalled?
The front leg on reading chairs sold without front leg support blocks can bend or break, posing a fall hazard to the user.
What should consumers do?
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled chairs and inspect the front legs for support blocks. Chairs without support blocks can be returned to any Cost Plus World Market for a free exchange. Consumers should contact Cost Plus World Market or log onto www.worldmarket.com for instructions on how to inspect the chair legs for support blocks.
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the CPSC on December 3, 2015. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: 16052.