CPSC, Backyard Products Announce Recall of Swings
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The hazard
Chains on the swing can detach during use, and cause the child to fall to the ground and possibly suffer injuries.
Incidents reported: The company had received 31 reports of chains breaking, resulting in five reports of injuries, including a sore back, cut lip, and bumps and bruises.
What to do now
Firm no longer in business. Recall remedy no longer available. Discard the product. Do not donate or resell.
Contact: The company is out of business. Consumers should call the CPSC hotline at 800-638-2772 (TTY 301-595-7054).
About this recall
This recall involves single swings and acrobatic swings sold separately or as part of the Backyard Products wood gym set. Additional options to the gym sets include overhead ladders, slides, swings, and forts. A yellow, triangular metal gusset on the gym sets contains the brand name, "Backyard Products™" followed by "Collingwood, ON Canada." Model names and numbers are located on the assembly instructions.
Product photos
Photos: U.S. CPSC