Cameron Company Recalls Children's Tents Due to Laceration Hazard; Sold Exclusively at Home Depot
Laceration
The hazard
The fiberglass rod that supports the tent can break, splinter and become sharp, posing a laceration hazard to consumers.
Incidents reported: The firm has received 270 reports of tent rods breaking, including two reports of bruises and lacerations.
What to do now
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled tents and return them to Home Depot for a full refund or store credit.
Contact: Jewett Cameron Company at 800-955-2879 from 7:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. PT Monday through Friday or online at www.jewettcameron.com and click on “Product Recall” button or banner on the home page for more information.
About this recall
This recall involves the Playtime Pals Pop-Up Hideaway Hut animal themed children's tent. The tent has four animal themes: hippo (pink), dog (brown), shark (blue) and tiger (orange). All have a fiberglass rod that springs to deploy the tent to shape and provides the support for the nylon shell.
Product photos
Photos: U.S. CPSC