J.C. Penney Recalls Spindle-Back Chairs Due to Fall Hazard
What was recalled
This recall involves the Windsor Spindle-Back side chair sets. The set is comprised of four chairs made of solid hardwood. Each chair measures 36 inches high. The backs and legs are painted white and the seat is a natural wood color.
Hazard
The wood stretchers can split while in use and the chairs can collapse, posing a fall hazard to consumers.
Injuries
J.C. Penney has received four reports of chairs splitting and collapsing. One minor whiplash injury has been reported.
Made in
Malaysia
Where it was sold
- Exclusively through J.C. Penney catalog and online stores from April 2006 through June 2007 for about $250 for a set of four chairs.
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