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Fall / CollapseDecember 23, 2008CPSC #09716

Teknion Recalls to Repair Office Chairs Due to Fall Hazard

Brand
Product
Furniture
Units affected
60,000
Remedy
repair

What was recalled

This recall involves all Contessa chairs shipped prior to June 30, 2008. Each Contessa chair has a label indicating the date of shipment (see picture), which is located on the bottom of the chair seat.

Hazard

The bolts holding the seat to the frame can loosen and separate, posing a fall hazard to consumers.

Injuries

Okamura has received two reports of separation of the chair's seat from the frame. No injuries have been reported.

Made in

Japan

Where it was sold

  • Authorized Teknion dealers nationwide from January 2004 through June 2008 for between $1,470 and $1,625.

Photos

Recalled Office ChairShipping LabelBolts that attach the seat bottom to the chair frame
View official CPSC recall

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