CPSC recall · Reported June 14, 2016
Grand Rapids Chair Recalls Chairs and Barstools Due to Risk of Injury (Recall Alert)
The back leg of the chairs can bend and the seat tabs or screws on the seat can loosen. When loose, pinch points between the seat and steel frame are created, posing a risk of inj…
Grand Rapids Chair Company, of Byron Center, Mich. recalled This recall involves Grand Rapids Chair Company Sadie chairs (model 837) and barstools (m….
Grand Rapids Chair Recalls Chairs and Barstools Due to Risk of Injury (Recall Alert) was recalled by Grand Rapids Chair Company, of Byron Center, Mich. in June 14, 2016. Reason: The back leg of the chairs can bend and the seat tabs or screws on the seat can loosen. When loose, pinch poi…. Remedy: Consumers should immediately stop using these recalled chairs and barstools and contact G…. Verify recall #16753 with the CPSC before acting.
The recall
Grand Rapids Chair Company, of Byron Center, Mich. issued this CPSC recall-The back leg of the chairs can bend and the seat tabs or screws on the seat can loosen. When loose, pinch poi….
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- agency class
- June 14, 2016
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Sourced from official CPSC enforcement records. Verify recall #16753 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.
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Product description
This recall involves Grand Rapids Chair Company Sadie chairs (model 837) and barstools (model 837S). The model number is printed on the underside of the chair, on the care and use instruction label. The chairs have a seat height of 18.5" and overall width of 22.5", and the barstools have a seat height of 30" and overall width of 22.5". The Sadie chairs have a steel frame of various colors with a wood seat base and seatback. The Sadie barstools have a steel frame of various colors, with a footrest and a wood seat base and seatback.
Reason for recall
The back leg of the chairs can bend and the seat tabs or screws on the seat can loosen. When loose, pinch points between the seat and steel frame are created, posing a risk of injury.
Remedy, what to do
Consumers should immediately stop using these recalled chairs and barstools and contact Grand Rapids Chair Company to schedule a free repair.
Recall Profile
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
| Severity class | Not classified by agency |
| Status | Active |
| Recall number | 16753 |
| Date reported | June 14, 2016 |
| Date initiated | June 14, 2016 |
| Recalling firm | Grand Rapids Chair Company, of Byron Center, Mich. |
| Affected scope | About 2,300 |
| 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 these recalled chairs and barstools and contact Grand Rapids Chair Company to schedule a …
- Check the recall number (16753) 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.
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