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Hammocks Sold by LivingXL Recalled Due to Fall Hazard

U.S. CPSCFallsApr 29, 2008
Recalled Hammock
Recalled Hammock
Recalled Hammock
Recalled Hammock

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

Hazard

The metal frame for the hammocks can crack and break, causing a consumer to fall to the ground.

Remedy

Consumers should immediately stop using the hammocks and contact LivingXL for instructions on returning the hammock to receive a full refund. LivingXL is directly notifying consumers who purchased the hammock about the recall.

Incidents & injuries

LivingXL has received three reports of injuries, including lower back pain and broken ribs, when the hammock collapsed after the frame broke or cracked.

Product description

The recalled hammocks are Model X1010 multi texteline hammock and Model X1011 striped quilted hammock. They consist of a metal frame and cloth hammock. The metal frame is made of steel, is beige in color, and has five pieces, including two foot brackets. The model number is located on the hammock's packaging and/or instruction sheet.

Sold on

LivingXL's catalog or at www.LivingXL.com from May 2007 through October 2007 for between $170 and $200.

Contact the company

For additional information, contact LivingXL at (800) 535-7639 extension 7777 anytime, or visit the company's Web site at www.LivingXL.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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