CPSC, Byer of Maine Announce Recall to Exchange TriLite Stools
Recalled November 19, 2004 · CPSC recall 05513 · Byer
Hazard
The legs of the stool can bend and the stools may collapse, when used on smooth hard floor surfaces.
Remedy
Consumers will be supplied with replacement stools on a two for one basis. Contact Byer of Maine to arrange for replacement.
Units
About 7,800
Incidents / injuries
Several stool collapses reported by retailers. No injuries have been reported.
Description
This recall includes Byer of Maine TriLite Stools shipped between February 19, 2004 and June 16, 2004. The affected stools are only those that have been produced in China, specifically those that bear the Byer of Maine logo screen printed in silver ink on the plastic leg hub.
What to do
Consumers will be supplied with replacement stools on a two for one basis. Contact Byer of Maine to arrange for replacement.
Contact
Call Byer of Maine toll-free at (800) 338-0580 between 9 a.m. and 4 p.m. ET Monday through Friday or visit the firm's website at www.byerofmaine.com/recall.pdf, or email the firm at [email protected]
Product
The TriLite Stool
Manufacturer(s)
The Byer Manufacturing Company, of Orono, Maine
Retailers
Various retail stores across the United States, for approximately $18.00.
Made in
China
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission. Official recall notice on cpsc.gov →