Severity
Moderate
ModerateActive
CPSC recall · Reported March 11, 2016
Room & Board Recalls Chairs Due to Laceration Hazard; Sold Exclusively at Room & Board (Recall Alert)
The backrest can break during normal use, posing a laceration hazard to the user.
Room & Board, of Minneapolis, Minn. recalled This recall involves Room & Board's Doyle arm chairs and side chairs. The wood chairs wer… — a moderate-severity action.
Room & Board Recalls Chairs Due to Laceration Hazard; Sold Exclusively at Room & Board (R… was recalled by Room & Board, of Minneapolis, Minn. in March 11, 2016. Reason: The backrest can break during normal use, posing a laceration hazard to the user.. Remedy: Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled chairs and contact Room & Board ?to …. Verify recall #16733 with the CPSC before acting.
The recall
Room & Board, of Minneapolis, Minn. issued this moderate-severity CPSC recall — The backrest can break during normal use, posing a laceration hazard to the user..
- Moderate
- severity level
- March 11, 2016
- reported
Sourced from official CPSC enforcement records. Verify recall #16733 with the agency before acting. Full product description, hazard, remedy, and related recalls are below.
Recall Insight
This CPSC action (record #16733) was formally reported on March 11, 2016. It is classified under Moderate severity, with a current status of Active. Room & Board, of Minneapolis, Minn. is listed as the recalling firm. Federal records list the affected scope as About 1,500.
The documented reason for this recall is: The backrest can break during normal use, posing a laceration hazard to the user. Distribution information was not included in the agency filing, so consumers should assume broad potential exposure until the firm publishes point-of-sale details. The remedy documented by the agency is: Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled chairs and contact Room & Board ?to receive a free replacement chair or a full refund. Room & Board is contacting consumers directly?. — consumers holding this product should act on that instruction rather than relying on general guidance.
Within the same product category the archive holds 6 closely related recalls — 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.
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Affected scope
About 1,500
Related Recalls
6
0 from same agency
Product description
This recall involves Room & Board's Doyle arm chairs and side chairs. The wood chairs were sold with and without an upholstered seat and in five different finishes: Charcoal, cherry, maple, shell and walnut. Each chair has a barcode printed on a label located under the seat on the inside of the seat frame. "Room & Board-Handcrafted in Vermont" is inscribed on the seat frame next to the barcode. A complete list of bar codes included in this recall can be found on the firm's website.
Reason for recall
The backrest can break during normal use, posing a laceration hazard to the user.
Remedy — what to do
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled chairs and contact Room & Board ?to receive a free replacement chair or a full refund. Room & Board is contacting consumers directly?.
Recall Profile
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
| Severity class | Moderate |
| Status | Active |
| Recall number | 16733 |
| Date reported | March 11, 2016 |
| Date initiated | March 11, 2016 |
| Recalling firm | Room & Board, of Minneapolis, Minn. |
| Affected scope | About 1,500 |
| 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 Room & Board ?to receive a free replacement chair or a fu…
- Check the recall number (16733) 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.
Frequently Asked Questions
What product was recalled? ▼
This recall involves Room & Board's Doyle arm chairs and side chairs. The wood chairs were sold with and without an upholstered seat and in five different finishes: Charcoal, cherry, maple, shell and walnut. Each chair has a barcode printed on a label located under the seat on the inside of the seat frame. "Room & Board-Handcrafted in Vermont" is inscribed on the seat frame next to the barcode. A complete list of bar codes included in this recall can be found on the firm's website.. Recalled by Room & Board, of Minneapolis, Minn.. Units affected: About 1,500.
Why was this product recalled? ▼
The backrest can break during normal use, posing a laceration hazard to the user.
What should consumers do? ▼
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled chairs and contact Room & Board ?to receive a free replacement chair or a full refund. Room & Board is contacting consumers directly?.
Which agency issued this recall? ▼
This recall was issued by the CPSC on March 11, 2016. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: 16733.
How do I check if my product is affected by a recall? ▼
Check the product description and recall number (16733) against your product. Visit the official CPSC website for the most current information. You can also use our Recall Checker tool to search by product name or brand.
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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Data Sources
Source: FDA, CPSC, and NHTSA federal recall databases. This recall: CPSC, reported March 11, 2016.
- Source: FDA — Food and Drug Administration, openFDA Enforcement API (food, drug, and medical device recalls)
- Source: CPSC — Consumer Product Safety Commission Recalls API (consumer product recalls and hazards)
- Source: NHTSA — National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Recalls API (vehicle safety recalls)
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