CPSC, Eddie Bauer Announce Recall of Ebtek Brand Backpacks with Stools
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The hazard
The stool could collapse and cause the person using the stool to fall. The stool does not meet the firm's strength requirements.
Incidents reported: No incidents or injuries have been reported.
What to do now
Known purchasers have received notification of this recall via a recall notice letter. Consumers should stop using the stool and contact Eddie Bauer to arrange for postage paid return. They need only return the stool and may keep the backpack. Consumers will receive a full refund and an additional $20 gift certificate for their next purchase of merchandise from Eddie Bauer stores, catalog or website.
Contact: Contact Eddie Bauer at (800) 414-8119, ext. 6559 between 6 a.m. and 5 p.m. PT Monday through Friday.
About this recall
It is a small, crossed leg, folding stool that stows in an outside pocket of the backpack. The stool has a metal frame and a fabric seat. This recall includes units manufactured between February 2004 and March 2004.
Product photos
Photos: U.S. CPSC