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Fall / CollapseSeptember 29, 2016CPSC #16271

Walmart Recalls Tripod Stools Due to Fall Hazard

Brand
Product
Furniture
Units affected
2,600
Remedy
refund

What was recalled

This recall involves Mahco Inc. tripod stools with three steel legs and a REALTREE logo pattern camouflage polyester fabric seat. The steel legs have plastic caps on both ends and a round plastic hub that connects the three legs. The stools measure about 17 inches high by 13 inches wide. There is a black polyester carry strap attached to the bottom of the stool seat. Mahco Inc. is printed on an orange and black hang tag attached to the stools.

Hazard

The plastic collar that connects the three legs can break, posing a fall hazard to consumers.

Injuries

None reported

Made in

China

Where it was sold

  • Walmart stores nationwide and online at Walmart.com from June 2016 through August 2016 for about $6.

Photos

Photo 1: Mahco Inc. Tripod StoolPhoto 2: Tripod stool hang tag
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