Teknion Recalls to Repair Office Chairs Due to Fall Hazard
Fall
The hazard
The bolts holding the seat to the frame can loosen and separate, posing a fall hazard to consumers.
Incidents reported: Okamura has received two reports of separation of the chair's seat from the frame. No injuries have been reported.
What to do now
Consumers should inspect the chair by checking the four bolts that attach the seat bottom to the chair frame. If any of the four bolts is loose or missing, consumers should stop using the chair immediately and contact a Teknion dealer for a free repair.
Contact: For more information, contact Teknion toll-free at (866) 943-8550 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday or email Contessainquiries@teknion.com
About this recall
This recall involves all Contessa chairs shipped prior to June 30, 2008. Each Contessa chair has a label indicating the date of shipment (see picture), which is located on the bottom of the chair seat.
Product photos
Photos: U.S. CPSC