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Herrington Swivel Rockers Sold at Lowe's Stores Recalled for Fall Hazard

Recalled June 13, 2006 · CPSC recall 06187 · Herrington

Recalled Swivel Rocker
Hazard
The recalled swivel rockers can be assembled incorrectly, causing them to break at the base or tip over backward easily. This poses a fall hazard to consumers.
Remedy
Consumers should stop using the recalled rockers immediately and return them to any Lowe's store for a full refund.
Units
About 1,100
Incidents / injuries
LG Sourcing received nine reports of injuries, including bruises and abrasions, when the rocker broke or tipped over. One individual reported having a slight concussion. All of the reported injuries involved display models at Lowe's stores.

Description

The rocker is part of the Herrington collection of patio furniture. The rocker is dark brown with a brown cloth seat, has a swivel base and a cut out pattern on the metal backrest. The item number, 119178, is printed on the rocker's packaging and on the assembly instructions. The rocker came in two sections, a base and a seat, and customers were required to bolt the seat to the base.

What to do

Consumers should stop using the recalled rockers immediately and return them to any Lowe's store for a full refund.

Contact

For more information, contact Lowe's stores toll-free at (866) 259-8170 anytime, or visit www.lowes.com, the Lowe's Home Centers, Inc. Web site.

Product
Herrington Swivel Rocker
Manufacturer(s)
Hanamint Corporation (Jiaxing), Inc., of China
Imported by
L G Sourcing Inc., of North Wilkesboro, N.C.
Retailers
Lowe's stores nationwide from October 2005 through February 2006 for about $420 for a set of two rockers.
Made in
China

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

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