CPSC and Royal Outdoor Products Announce Recall of Colonial Vinyl Deck Post Kits
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The hazard
Cracks can develop near the base of the posts. This can allow the railing to collapse, potentially injuring people on the deck.
Incidents reported: CPSC and Royal Outdoor Products have received seven reports of the posts cracking and one report in which the post failed. Royal Outdoor Products is not aware of any injuries associated with the posts cracking or failing.
What to do now
Consumers should stop using the product immediately and contact Royal Outdoor Products to receive a free reinforcement kit.
Contact: For more information, consumers can reach Royal Outdoor Products at (877) 467- 6925 between 9 a.m. and 7 p.m. Monday through Friday, 10 a.m. and 6 p.m. Saturday, and 11 a.m. and 6 p.m. Sunday ET.
About this recall
The recalled Royal Colonial Vinyl Deck Post Kit is intended for use with the Royal pre-built vinyl deck rail system. The 4-inch square post has a "lathe turned" design in the middle. A label with the words "Royal Outdoor Products" and "R008-45-136" is affixed to the bottom of each post. Each kit contains one post. The posts were made in Canada.
Product photos
Photos: U.S. CPSC