Staples Recalls Back in Motion Office Chairs Due to Fall Hazard

The chair can tip over when leaning back, posing a fall hazard.

Recall #: 16144
Affected scope: About 2,000

Compiled from official public sources by the publisher. · Updated September 2026

Staples the Office Superstore LLC, of Framingham, Mass. recalled This recall involves Staples and Quill brand "Back in Motion" office chairs. The black, b….

Staples Recalls Back in Motion Office Chairs Due to Fall Hazard was recalled by Staples the Office Superstore LLC, of Framingham, Mass. in April 14, 2016. Reason: The chair can tip over when leaning back, posing a fall hazard.. Remedy: Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled office chair and contact Staples for…. Verify recall #16144 with the CPSC before acting.

The recall

Staples the Office Superstore LLC, of Framingham, Mass. issued this CPSC recall-The chair can tip over when leaning back, posing a fall hazard..

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agency class: April 14, 2016
reported

Sourced from official CPSC enforcement records. Verify recall #16144 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, 6 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.

Product description

This recall involves Staples and Quill brand "Back in Motion" office chairs. The black, bonded leather chair has a tilt function and a base with wheels. The chairs have SKU # 203439 and item number SBG 24422 printed on the white label on the underside of the seat cushion. A second label, also located on the underside of the seat cushion, states "Reg. No. CA31704 (CN)" and "Made by LF Products PTE LTD."

Reason for recall

The chair can tip over when leaning back, posing a fall hazard.

Remedy, what to do

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled office chair and contact Staples for a free replacement base.

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	16144
Date reported	April 14, 2016
Date initiated	April 14, 2016
Recalling firm	Staples the Office Superstore LLC, of Framingham, Mass.
Affected scope	About 2,000
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 the recalled office chair and contact Staples for a free replacement base.

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Follow the documented remedy (refund, replacement, repair, or disposal) rather than general advice. What to do next

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Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled? ▼

Why was this product recalled? ▼

The chair can tip over when leaning back, posing a fall hazard.

What should consumers do? ▼

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled office chair and contact Staples for a free replacement base.

Which agency issued this recall? ▼

This recall was issued by the CPSC on April 14, 2016. CPSC does not publish a hazard classification for this recall. Recall number: 16144.

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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