Severity
Moderate
ModerateActive
CPSC recall · Reported May 21, 2026
PandaEar Recalls Portable Hook-On Chairs Due to Risk of Serious Injury or Death from Fall Hazard; Violates Mandatory Standard for Portable Hook-On Chairs
The recalled portable hook-on chairs violate the mandatory standard for portable hook-on chairs because the crotch restraints can be removed without the use of a tool and infants …
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PandaEar of Lake Dallas, Texas and Rockville, Maryland recalled This recall involves two models of PandaEar portable hook-on chairs. The chairs are used … - a moderate-severity action.
PandaEar Recalls Portable Hook-On Chairs Due to Risk of Serious Injury or Death from Fall… was recalled by PandaEar of Lake Dallas, Texas and Rockville, Maryland in May 21, 2026. Reason: The recalled portable hook-on chairs violate the mandatory standard for portable hook-on chairs because the c…. Remedy: Consumers should stop using the recalled portable hook-on chairs immediately and contact …. Verify recall #26502 with the CPSC before acting.
The recall
PandaEar of Lake Dallas, Texas and Rockville, Maryland issued this moderate-severity CPSC recall-The recalled portable hook-on chairs violate the mandatory standard for portable hook-on chairs because the c….
- Moderate
- severity level
- May 21, 2026
- reported
Sourced from official CPSC enforcement records. Verify recall #26502 with the agency before acting. Full product description, hazard, remedy, and related recalls are below.
Recall Insight
This CPSC action (record #26502) was formally reported on May 21, 2026. It is classified under Moderate severity, with a current status of Active. PandaEar of Lake Dallas, Texas and Rockville, Maryland is listed as the recalling firm. Federal records list the affected scope as About 9,700.
The documented reason for this recall is: The recalled portable hook-on chairs violate the mandatory standard for portable hook-on chairs because the crotch restraints can be removed without the use of a tool and infants can fall through an opening, posing a de… 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 stop using the recalled portable hook-on chairs immediately and contact PandaEar to receive a full refund. Consumers will be asked to disassemble the product, cut the restraint strap… - 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, 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.
Children & Baby Products recalls over time
Where this recall sits in its category - 3,731 children & baby products recalls on record
Of 101,704 recalls in the database, 24,878 are high severity, 72,426 moderate, and 4,400 low. This recall is classified moderate severity.
Counts reflect market size and reporting activity, not inherent danger, we do not rank products by risk from raw recall volume.
Affected scope
About 9,700
Related Recalls
6
6 from same agency
Product description
This recall involves two models of PandaEar portable hook-on chairs. The chairs are used to seat young children at the dining table. The chairs contain a black or gray metal frame covered with black, gray, or blue (dinosaur theme) polyester and cotton material and an attached restraint in the occupant seating area. There are two metal arms with plastic covers on top that anchor to a dining table, and the child is suspended from the table. "Panda Ear" can be found on a label stitched to the side of the fabric seats. "Model C2102" can be found on a label located on the bottom of the fabric seats. There are no markings on the product for model BTC-51.
Reason for recall
The recalled portable hook-on chairs violate the mandatory standard for portable hook-on chairs because the crotch restraints can be removed without the use of a tool and infants can fall through an opening, posing a deadly fall hazard.
Remedy, what to do
Consumers should stop using the recalled portable hook-on chairs immediately and contact PandaEar to receive a full refund. Consumers will be asked to disassemble the product, cut the restraint straps and fabric seat, and email PandaEar at pandaear_recall@outlook.com photographs clearly showing the destroyed product and model label.
Recall Profile
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
| Severity class | Moderate |
| Status | Active |
| Recall number | 26502 |
| Date reported | May 21, 2026 |
| Date initiated | May 21, 2026 |
| Recalling firm | PandaEar of Lake Dallas, Texas and Rockville, Maryland |
| Affected scope | About 9,700 |
| 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 stop using the recalled portable hook-on chairs immediately and contact PandaEar to receive a full refund. Consu…
- Check the recall number (26502) 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 two models of PandaEar portable hook-on chairs. The chairs are used to seat young children at the dining table. The chairs contain a black or gray metal frame covered with black, gray, or blue (dinosaur theme) polyester and cotton material and an attached restraint in the occupant seating area. There are two metal arms with plastic covers on top that anchor to a dining table, and the child is suspended from the table. "Panda Ear" can be found on a label stitched to the side of the fabric seats. "Model C2102" can be found on a label located on the bottom of the fabric seats. There are no markings on the product for model BTC-51.. Recalled by PandaEar of Lake Dallas, Texas and Rockville, Maryland. Units affected: About 9,700.
Why was this product recalled? ▼
The recalled portable hook-on chairs violate the mandatory standard for portable hook-on chairs because the crotch restraints can be removed without the use of a tool and infants can fall through an opening, posing a deadly fall hazard.
What should consumers do? ▼
Consumers should stop using the recalled portable hook-on chairs immediately and contact PandaEar to receive a full refund. Consumers will be asked to disassemble the product, cut the restraint straps and fabric seat, and email PandaEar at pandaear_recall@outlook.com photographs clearly showing the destroyed product and model label.
Which agency issued this recall? ▼
This recall was issued by the CPSC on May 21, 2026. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: 26502.
How do I check if my product is affected by a recall? ▼
Check the product description and recall number (26502) 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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Every figure on PlainRecalls is rendered directly from official FDA, CPSC and NHTSA recall records, no number is typed in by an editor. This recall: CPSC, reported May 21, 2026. Severity classes follow each agency's own taxonomy (FDA Class I/II/III; CPSC and NHTSA by hazard type), and related-recall context is computed across the full archive. See our editorial standards & corrections policy, the methodology behind these numbers, or report a data error. Data current as of July 2026.