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Family Dollar Recalls Beach Loungers Due to Injury Hazard

Reported: January 26, 2022 Initiated: January 26, 2022 #22061

Product Description

This recall involves beach lounge chairs with a white metal frame and either red or blue woven plastic fabric. The lounge chairs have a hang tag intended to be removed after purchase stating "Outdoors by Design" on one side and "Distributed by Midwoods Brands LLC" on the other side, along with either SKU 3499631 or SKU 3401281 above the bar code. In addition, SKU 3499631 has a sewn-in label stating "Outdoors by Design" at the top and "Midwoods Brands LLC" near the bottom, and SKU 3401281 has a sewn-in label stating "WARNING" and "DO NOT REMOVE THIS TAG" near the top and "MADE IN CHINA" at the bottom.

Reason for Recall

The recalled loungers can collapse unexpectedly, posing an injury hazard if fingers get caught in the metal folding joints.

Remedy

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled beach loungers and return them to a Family Dollar store for a full refund. Consumers can also email Family Dollar for instructions to make the beach lounger unusable and to then provide Family Dollar a photo. Once confirmed, Family Dollar will provide a refund to the consumer.

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled?
This recall involves beach lounge chairs with a white metal frame and either red or blue woven plastic fabric. The lounge chairs have a hang tag intended to be removed after purchase stating "Outdoors by Design" on one side and "Distributed by Midwoods Brands LLC" on the other side, along with either SKU 3499631 or SKU 3401281 above the bar code. In addition, SKU 3499631 has a sewn-in label stating "Outdoors by Design" at the top and "Midwoods Brands LLC" near the bottom, and SKU 3401281 has a sewn-in label stating "WARNING" and "DO NOT REMOVE THIS TAG" near the top and "MADE IN CHINA" at the bottom.. Units affected: About 800.
Why was this product recalled?
The recalled loungers can collapse unexpectedly, posing an injury hazard if fingers get caught in the metal folding joints.
What should consumers do?
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled beach loungers and return them to a Family Dollar store for a full refund. Consumers can also email Family Dollar for instructions to make the beach lounger unusable and to then provide Family Dollar a photo. Once confirmed, Family Dollar will provide a refund to the consumer.
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the CPSC on January 26, 2022. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: 22061.