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CPSC, LPK International Announce Recall of Barstools

U.S. CPSCInjuriesAug 23, 2002
Drawing of recalled barstool
Drawing of recalled barstool

Photos from the official notice: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission · image rights

Hazard

The dowels connecting the barstools' legs to the seat are not properly secured. During use, the barstools can collapse, posing a risk of injury to the consumer.

Remedy

Consumers should stop using these recalled barstools immediately and return them to the nearest Shopko store for a refund.

Incidents & injuries

LPK has received six reports of the barstools collapsing. A consumer injured his back when his barstool collapsed and he fell to the ground.

Product description

This recall includes 24- inch and 29-inch high, natural wood finish barstools with round seats. The barstools have model numbers 74150 (24-inch) and 75151 (29-inch). The model numbers are printed on a sticker on the underside of the barstool's seat. A circular stamp on the underside of the seat reads, "H.L." and "NOV 2001." They were assembled in the United States.

Sold on

Shopko Stores sold the barstools in central and northwest U.S., from January 2002 through March 2002, for about $20.

Contact the company

For more information, consumers can contact LPK International toll-free at (800) 772-1606, Monday through Thursday 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. (CT) and Friday 8:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. (CT).

What should I do?

Stop using the product and follow the remedy below. Contact the company for a refund, repair or replacement — recall remedies are free.

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