Moderate Recalled January 31, 2017 About 315,000 (in addition, about 2,100 were sold in Canada) units

Bar Chairs Sold at Lowe's Stores Recalled Due to Fall Hazard; Made by 3i Corporation

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The hazard

The legs can become detached from the center post at the weld, posing a fall hazard.

Incidents reported: The firm has received 457 reports of the bar stool base breaking, resulting in ten reports of injury including head injuries, broken ribs, bruising and scrapes.

What to do now

Repair

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled chairs and contact 3i Corporation for a free replacement base and a repair kit.

Contact: 3i Corporation toll-free at 866-267-7772 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday or online at www.lakeview-safford.com.

About this recall

This recall involves allen + roth brand Safford model and Garden Treasures brand Lakeview model bar chairs sold in sets of four. The chairs have a brown, aluminum frame and a beige sling fabric cover. The 4-foot-tall chairs swivel 360 degrees and have arm rests on each side of the chair.

Product photos

Safford/Lakeview Bar Chair
Safford/Lakeview Bar Chair

Photos: U.S. CPSC