Collections Etc. Inc. Announces Recall of Double Hammocks Due to Fall Hazard

Recalled October 12, 2007 · CPSC recall 08504 · Collections Etc

Hazard

The wooden rods at the head and foot of the hammock used to extend the fabric can break, causing the hammock to collapse and the user to fall to the ground.

Remedy

Consumers should stop using the hammocks immediately and contact Collections Etc. for a full refund.

Units

9000

Incidents / injuries

Collections Etc. is aware of five reports of the wooden rods breaking, resulting in four reports of injuries, including minor cuts, and sore necks and backs.

Description

This recall involves hammocks made with a solid green fabric and white support ropes. The hammock's green fabric measures 73 inches long by 46 inches wide and supports a maximum of up to 350lbs.

What to do

Consumers should stop using the hammocks immediately and contact Collections Etc. for a full refund.

Contact

For more information, contact Collections Etc. at (800) 518-3020 between 8:30 a.m. and 7 p.m. CT Monday through Friday. Consumers also can also log onto the firm's Web site at www.collectionsetc.com

Product

Double Hammocks

Manufacturer(s)

Transfar International Corp., of Taipei, Taiwan

Imported by

Collections Etc. Inc., of Elk Gove Village, Ill.

Retailers

Web sites and catalogs nationwide from May 2007 through August 2007 for about $20.

Made in

Taiwan

Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission. Official recall notice on cpsc.gov →