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Target Recalls Home Patio Sets Due to Fall Hazard

U.S. CPSCFallsSold on TargetOct 30, 2007
Recalled Home Patio Set
Recalled Home Patio Set

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

Hazard

The chair can collapse when weight is applied to the front end of the arm rests, posing a fall hazard to consumers.

Remedy

Consumers should stop using the recalled patio sets immediately and return the entire six-piece set to any Target store for a full refund.

Incidents & injuries

Target has received 35 reports of chairs collapsing, resulting in 18 injuries such as bruising to the back, hips, shoulders, arms and finger lacerations.

Product description

This recall involves six-piece home patio sets sold exclusively at Target. The set consists of a table, an umbrella, and four chairs. The chairs and the umbrella have a black aluminum frame covered with a beige fabric.

Sold on

Target stores nationwide and on its Web site from November 2006 through July 2007 for about $130.

Contact the company

For additional information, contact Target at (800) 440-0680 between 7 a.m. and 6 p.m. CT Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's Web site at www.target.com

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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