Swing Sets Recalled for Repair by BCI Burke Due to Fall Hazard

Recalled March 7, 2012 · CPSC recall 12726 · BCI Burke

Hazard

The welded connection of the sleeve joint to the arch support can crack or break. When this happens, the top swing beam can collapse causing children on the swings to fall and be injured.

Remedy

Repair

Units

About 250

Incidents / injuries

The firm has received seven reports of incidents involving the recalled swing sets, including two minor injuries.

Description

This recall involves the end and middle arch supports on Arch Swing Sets and added bays with belt or bucket seats built with 2 3/8 inch steel tubing. The swings have a 2 7/8 inch diameter sleeve that is welded to the middle or end support. "Burke" is printed on identification labels that were provided to installers who may or may not have put them on the swings.

What to do

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled swing sets, remove the chain and swings and contact the firm for a free retrofit kit. BCI Burke is contacting owners directly by mail.

Contact

For additional information, contact the firm at (800) 356-2070 between 8 a.m. and 4 p.m. CT Monday through Friday, visit the firm's website at www.bciburke.com, or e-mail the firm at [email protected]

Product

2 3/8 inch Arch Swing Sets

Manufacturer(s)

BCI Burke Co. LLC, of Fond du Lac, Wis.

Retailers

BCI Burke Co. and its distributors from January 2004 through December 2011 for between $700 and $1,000.

Made in

United States

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