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Fall / CollapseOctober 12, 2007CPSC #08504

Collections Etc. Inc. Announces Recall of Double Hammocks Due to Fall Hazard

Product
Hammocks
Units affected
9,000
Remedy
refund

What was recalled

This recall involves hammocks made with a solid green fabric and white support ropes. The hammock's green fabric measures 73 inches long by 46 inches wide and supports a maximum of up to 350lbs.

Hazard

The wooden rods at the head and foot of the hammock used to extend the fabric can break, causing the hammock to collapse and the user to fall to the ground.

Injuries

Collections Etc. is aware of five reports of the wooden rods breaking, resulting in four reports of injuries, including minor cuts, and sore necks and backs.

Made in

Taiwan

Where it was sold

  • Web sites and catalogs nationwide from May 2007 through August 2007 for about $20.

Photos

Recalled Double Hammock
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