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Target Recalls Patio Benches Due to Fall Hazard

Reported: February 13, 2017 Initiated: February 13, 2017 #17087

Product Description

This recall involves Threshold Aluminum Top/Steel X Base patio benches that were sold both individually and as part of a six-piece dining set. The model number can be found on the front page of the product's assembly instructions or on the product's packaging. Name Model Number Bench Size Threshold Aluminum Top/Steel X Base Bench 009-00-3894 56.875" (L) x 17.625" (W) x 18" (H) Threshold Mayhew 6-piece Wicker Dining Set - Turquoise 009-00-2005 56.875" (L) x 17.625" (W) x 18" (H) Threshold Mayhew 6-piece Wicker Dining Set - Seafoam 009-00-2006 56.875" (L) x 17.625" (W) x 18" (H) Threshold Mayhew 6-piece Wicker Dining Set - Orange 009-00-2007 56.875" (L) x 17.625" (W) x 18" (H) Threshold Mayhew 6-piece Wicker Dining Set - Green 009-00-2008 56.875" (L) x 17.625" (W) x 18" (H) Threshold Mayhew 6-piece Wicker Dining Set - Navy 009-00-4568 56.875" (L) x 17.625" (W) x 18" (H) Threshold Mayhew 6-piece Wicker Dining Set - Tan 009-00-4573 56.875" (L) x 17.625" (W) x 18" (H)

Reason for Recall

The patio benches can collapse while in use, posing a fall hazard to consumers.

Remedy

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled patio benches and return them to any Target store for a full refund for the bench. The benches were sold individually and as part of a set. Purchasers can continue to use the other pieces of the set which, in addition to the bench, included a table and four chairs. Purchasers of individual benches will be refunded the purchase price. Purchasers of sets will be refunded the price of the individual bench.

Details

Units Affected
About 1,300

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled?
This recall involves Threshold Aluminum Top/Steel X Base patio benches that were sold both individually and as part of a six-piece dining set. The model number can be found on the front page of the product's assembly instructions or on the product's packaging. Name Model Number Bench Size Threshold Aluminum Top/Steel X Base Bench 009-00-3894 56.875" (L) x 17.625" (W) x 18" (H) Threshold Mayhew 6-piece Wicker Dining Set - Turquoise 009-00-2005 56.875" (L) x 17.625" (W) x 18" (H) Threshold Mayhew 6-piece Wicker Dining Set - Seafoam 009-00-2006 56.875" (L) x 17.625" (W) x 18" (H) Threshold Mayhew 6-piece Wicker Dining Set - Orange 009-00-2007 56.875" (L) x 17.625" (W) x 18" (H) Threshold Mayhew 6-piece Wicker Dining Set - Green 009-00-2008 56.875" (L) x 17.625" (W) x 18" (H) Threshold Mayhew 6-piece Wicker Dining Set - Navy 009-00-4568 56.875" (L) x 17.625" (W) x 18" (H) Threshold Mayhew 6-piece Wicker Dining Set - Tan 009-00-4573 56.875" (L) x 17.625" (W) x 18" (H). Units affected: About 1,300.
Why was this product recalled?
The patio benches can collapse while in use, posing a fall hazard to consumers.
What should consumers do?
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled patio benches and return them to any Target store for a full refund for the bench. The benches were sold individually and as part of a set. Purchasers can continue to use the other pieces of the set which, in addition to the bench, included a table and four chairs. Purchasers of individual benches will be refunded the purchase price. Purchasers of sets will be refunded the price of the individual bench.
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the CPSC on February 13, 2017. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: 17087.