Office Chairs Sold at Wal-Mart Recalled for Fall Hazard
What was recalled
The recall involves the Mainstays Associate office chair with a 5-star nylon base with dual wheel casters and pneumatic seat height adjustment. The chair has a fabric cushioned seat and back that is black/grey in color. The armrests are shaped in half-circle loops. Under the seat is a UPC Code Label #9501401610 with printed Model #VCR1022.
Hazard
The legs and backs of these chairs can break, and the chairs can easily tip over, posing a fall hazard to consumers.
Injuries
Wal-Mart has received nine reports of chairs breaking and two reports of tipping. There have been seven reported injuries, including a broken wrist.
Made in
China
Where it was sold
- Wal-Mart stores exclusively nationwide from April 2003 through April 2006 for about $36.
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