Heartland America Recalls Wooden Stools Due to Fall Hazard
What was recalled
The stool is an adjustable-height solid wood, 3-legged stool sold unassembled. The seat is 11 3/4-inch diameter. The stool height adjusts from 17 inches to 25 inches. A "Made in China" sticker is on the underside of the seat.
Hazard
The legs and seat of the stool can crack and break, causing the consumer to fall.
Injuries
Heartland has received 11 reports of incidents, including seven reports of injuries. Injuries include one person with a head laceration.
Made in
China
Where it was sold
- Heartland America catalog and website for about $30 from June 2010 through February 2011.
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