J.C. Penney Spindle-Back Chairs recall: Fall Hazard
J.C. Penney Recalls Spindle-Back Chairs Due to Fall Hazard
Why was J.C. Penney Spindle-Back Chairs recalled?
The wood stretchers can split while in use and the chairs can collapse, posing a fall hazard to consumers.
What should I do if I have this product?
Consumers should stop using the recalled chairs immediately and contact J.C. Penney to obtain free replacement chairs. Consumers also can return the chairs to their closest J.C. Penney store for a full refund. Contact: For additional information, contact J.C. Penney toll-free at (888) 333-6063 anytime or visit the company's Web site at www.jcp.com
What to do with a recalled product: refunds, receipts, safe disposal and how to report a problem.
Is my product affected?
Compare the item in your hand with every identifier below from the official CPSC record. Only products that match the listed product and identifiers are part of this recall.
- Product
- Windsor Spindle-Back Side Chairs
- Company
- J.C. Penney, of Plano, Texas
- Quantity
- About 4,000
- Sold at
- Exclusively through J.C. Penney catalog and online stores from April 2006 through June 2007 for about $250 for a set of four chairs.
- Recall date
- August 23, 2007
- Incidents / injuries
- J.C. Penney has received four reports of chairs splitting and collapsing. One minor whiplash injury has been reported.
- Agency
- CPSC
Product description
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.