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Outdoor Playset Gliders Recalled by Backyard Play Systems Due to Fall Hazard; Repair Kit Provided

U.S. CPSCFallsSold on Lowe'sSold on CostcoJun 4, 2009
Recalled Playset Glider
Recalled Playset Glider

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

Hazard

The retaining rings used to secure the gliders to the playset can become loose or detached, posing a fall hazard to children.

Remedy

Consumers should immediately stop using the gliders. Backyard Play Systems is notifying all customers directly and is providing a free repair kit which includes replacement hardware and written instructions.

Incidents & injuries

Backyard Play Systems has received one report of a retaining ring falling off. No injuries have been reported.

Product description

This recall involves outdoor playset gliders designed to hang from home play equipment. The green plastic gliders were sold as an accessory to home play equipment marketed under the brand names Heartland Premium Play Systems, Yardline Play Systems and Backyard Play Systems.

Sold on

Backyard Buildings and More and Lowe's stores nationwide and online at Costco.com, BettyMills.com, and BackyardBuildings.com from February 2008 through May 2009 for about $100.

Contact the company

For additional information, contact Backyard Play Systems toll free at (866) 890-2211 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday and between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. ET Saturday (March through October). Consumers can also email the firm at [email protected]

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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