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Fall / CollapseJuly 3, 2007CPSC #07229

Hammock Stands Recalled by The Algoma Net Co. Due to Fall Hazard

Product
Hammocks
Units affected
3,000
Remedy
replacement

What was recalled

The recall includes Algoma hammock stands model numbers 6250, 6250BH, and 6290W88B. They were sold with a cotton rope hammock with wood spreader bars and attached chains. The frame is made of steel and has five separate tubular pieces, including two foot brackets. The model number is located at the top of the instruction sheet that was provided with the hammock stand.

Hazard

The foot brackets on the hammock frame can crack or tear, causing a consumer to fall to the ground.

Injuries

Algoma has received 28 reports of foot brackets cracking or tearing, including eight reports of users falling to the ground. One consumer reported lower back pain and nerve damage, and one consumer reported cutting her lip.

Made in

China

Where it was sold

  • Kohl's, D.S.I./Supervalu, Fingerhut, Mills Fleet Farm, Shopko Stores, Inc. and Target.com from December 2006 through May 2007 for between $100 and $150.

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