CPSCJune 24, 2008

Miracle Recreation Tire Swings recall: Fall Hazard

Miracle Recreation Recalls Tire Swings Due to Fall Hazard

Why was Miracle Recreation Tire Swings recalled?

The hanger clamp on the tire swing can fail, causing the tire swing to detach. This poses a fall hazard to young children and risk of serious injury.

What should I do if I have this product?

Consumers should immediately remove the tire swing, including the swivel, chains and tire from the hanger clamp until a free repair kit is installed. The company has sent direct mail notices to consumers. Contact: For additional information, contact Miracle Recreation at (800) 523-4202 ext 683, between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. CT Monday through Friday, or via e-mail at [email protected], or visit the firm's Web site www.miracle-recreation.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
Playground Tire Swings
Company
Miracle Recreation Equipment Co., of Monett, Mo.
Quantity
About 1,400
Sold at
Authorized dealers to schools, parks and municipalities nationwide from February 1995 through March 2008 for between $570 and $2,100.
Recall date
June 24, 2008
Incidents / injuries
Miracle Recreation Equipment Co. has received three reports of injuries, including two reports of cuts requiring stitches and one report of a fractured foot.
Agency
CPSC

Product description

The recalled Tire Swing consists of a tire, which hangs from a swivel and three chains. The recall includes the following products and model numbers: Kids' Choice Arch Tire Swing Sets Model # 714-852 Kids' Choice Arch Tire Swing Extension Model # 714-852-X Kids' Choice Arch Tire Swing Swivel Replacement Model #278

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