CPSCMay 28, 2009

Home Depot Patio Umbrellas recall: Impact Injury

Home Depot Recalls Patio Umbrellas Due to Risk of Impact Injury

Why was Home Depot Patio Umbrellas recalled?

The patio umbrella and its pole could tip over and strike consumers if the umbrella's collar or sleeve is not removed prior to closing the umbrella, posing a risk of impact injury to consumers.

What should I do if I have this product?

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled patio umbrellas and return them to any Home Depot store for a full refund. Contact: For additional information, contact The Home Depot toll free at (866) 403-5504 between 8:30 a.m. and 5:30 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's Web site at www.homedepot.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
Offset Patio Umbrellas
Company
The Home Depot, of Atlanta, Ga.
Quantity
About 60
Sold at
The Home Depot stores nationwide from January 2009 through February 2009 for about $250.
Recall date
May 28, 2009
Incidents / injuries
Home Depot has received one report of a recalled patio umbrella tipping over and breaking. No injuries have been reported.
Agency
CPSC

Product description

The patio umbrellas are beige with a brown offset pole. They stand 11 feet tall. The base is a brown cross about 18 inches long.

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