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CPSC recall · Reported March 31, 2016

Grosfillex Recalls Commercial Side Chairs and Armless Bar Stools Due to Fall Hazard (Recall Alert)

The backrest can crack and detach, posing a fall hazard to the user.

Recall #
16735
Affected scope
About 92,000
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Grosfillex Inc., of Robesonia, Pa. recalled This recall involves the Grosfillex Havana commercial side chairs and armless bar stools.… — a moderate-severity action.

Grosfillex Recalls Commercial Side Chairs and Armless Bar Stools Due to Fall Hazard (Reca… was recalled by Grosfillex Inc., of Robesonia, Pa. in March 31, 2016. Reason: The backrest can crack and detach, posing a fall hazard to the user.. Remedy: Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled chairs and stools and contact Grosfi…. Verify recall #16735 with the CPSC before acting.

The recall

Grosfillex Inc., of Robesonia, Pa. issued this moderate-severity CPSC recall — The backrest can crack and detach, posing a fall hazard to the user..

Moderate
severity level
March 31, 2016
reported

Sourced from official CPSC enforcement records. Verify recall #16735 with the agency before acting. Full product description, hazard, remedy, and related recalls are below.

Recall Insight

This CPSC action (record #16735) was formally reported on March 31, 2016. It is classified under Moderate severity, with a current status of Active. Grosfillex Inc., of Robesonia, Pa. is listed as the recalling firm. Federal records list the affected scope as About 92,000.

The documented reason for this recall is: The backrest can crack and detach, posing a fall 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 stools and contact Grosfillex for free replacements if the product is under the three-year warranty or for a product voucher for recall… — 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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Where this recall sits in the database

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Where this recall sits in the database

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Severity

Moderate

Affected scope

About 92,000

Related Recalls

6

0 from same agency

Product description

This recall involves the Grosfillex Havana commercial side chairs and armless bar stools. They were sold in charcoal, espresso, tobacco and white. The high-backs and seats are covered with woven plastic wicker and have aluminum legs. The side chairs measure about 35 ½ inches tall by 18 ½ inches wide and 22 inches deep. The bar stools measure about 45 ½ inches tall by 20 inches wide by 24 inches deep. Grosfillex and CE # 2194 is molded on the underside of the seat.

Reason for recall

The backrest can crack and detach, posing a fall hazard to the user.

Remedy — what to do

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled chairs and stools and contact Grosfillex for free replacements if the product is under the three-year warranty or for a product voucher for recalled products no longer under warranty.

Recall Profile

Structured summary of the CPSC recall record
Attribute Value
Agency U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission
Severity class Moderate
Status Active
Recall number 16735
Date reported March 31, 2016
Date initiated March 31, 2016
Recalling firm Grosfillex Inc., of Robesonia, Pa.
Affected scope About 92,000
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 chairs and stools and contact Grosfillex for free replacements if the produc…

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  • 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 the Grosfillex Havana commercial side chairs and armless bar stools. They were sold in charcoal, espresso, tobacco and white. The high-backs and seats are covered with woven plastic wicker and have aluminum legs. The side chairs measure about 35 ½ inches tall by 18 ½ inches wide and 22 inches deep. The bar stools measure about 45 ½ inches tall by 20 inches wide by 24 inches deep. Grosfillex and CE # 2194 is molded on the underside of the seat.. Recalled by Grosfillex Inc., of Robesonia, Pa.. Units affected: About 92,000.
Why was this product recalled?
The backrest can crack and detach, posing a fall hazard to the user.
What should consumers do?
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled chairs and stools and contact Grosfillex for free replacements if the product is under the three-year warranty or for a product voucher for recalled products no longer under warranty.
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the CPSC on March 31, 2016. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: 16735.
How do I check if my product is affected by a recall?
Check the product description and recall number (16735) 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 31, 2016.

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