Teknion Recalls to Repair Office Chairs Due to Fall Hazard
Recalled December 23, 2008 · CPSC recall 09716 · Teknion
Hazard
The bolts holding the seat to the frame can loosen and separate, posing a fall hazard to consumers.
Remedy
Consumers should inspect the chair by checking the four bolts that attach the seat bottom to the chair frame. If any of the four bolts is loose or missing, consumers should stop using the chair immediately and contact a Teknion dealer for a free repair.
Units
About 60,000
Incidents / injuries
Okamura has received two reports of separation of the chair's seat from the frame. No injuries have been reported.
Description
This recall involves all Contessa chairs shipped prior to June 30, 2008. Each Contessa chair has a label indicating the date of shipment (see picture), which is located on the bottom of the chair seat.
What to do
Consumers should inspect the chair by checking the four bolts that attach the seat bottom to the chair frame. If any of the four bolts is loose or missing, consumers should stop using the chair immediately and contact a Teknion dealer for a free repair.
Contact
For more information, contact Teknion toll-free at (866) 943-8550 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday or email [email protected]
Product
Contessa Office Chairs
Manufacturer(s)
Okamura Corp., of Japan
Distributed by
Teknion LLC, of Toronto, Canada
Retailers
Authorized Teknion dealers nationwide from January 2004 through June 2008 for between $1,470 and $1,625.
Made in
Japan
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission. Official recall notice on cpsc.gov →