Big Lots Recalls Hanging Chairs Due to Fall Hazard
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The hazard
The hanging chairs can tip over when they face sideways and swing beyond the base, posing a fall hazard.
Incidents reported: Big Lots has received eight reports of the hanging chairs falling in stores with consumers in them, including five reports of minor injuries.
What to do now
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled hanging chairs and return the chair bases only to a Big Lots store for a full refund of the entire purchase price of the chair and base. Consumers can keep the chairs.
Contact: Big Lots toll-free at (866) 244-5687 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or online at www.biglots.com and click on "Recalls" at the bottom for more information.
About this recall
This recall involves egg-shaped hanging chairs that are made from brown plastic wicker pattern mesh and have red seat cushions. They hang from a chain connected to a black metal pole and U-shaped base.
Product photos
Photos: U.S. CPSC