Swing Sets Recalled for Repair by BCI Burke Due to Fall
Swing Sets Recalled for Repair by BCI Burke Due to Fall Hazard
Why was Swing Sets Recalled for Repair by BCI Burke Due to Fall recalled?
The welded connection of the sleeve joint to the arch support can crack or break. When this happens, the top swing beam can collapse causing children on the swings to fall and be injured.
What should I do if I have this product?
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled swing sets, remove the chain and swings and contact the firm for a free retrofit kit. BCI Burke is contacting owners directly by mail. Contact: For additional information, contact the firm at (800) 356-2070 between 8 a.m. and 4 p.m. CT Monday through Friday, visit the firm's website at www.bciburke.com, or e-mail the firm at [email protected]
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
- 2 3/8 inch Arch Swing Sets
- Company
- BCI Burke Co. LLC, of Fond du Lac, Wis.
- Quantity
- About 250
- Sold at
- BCI Burke Co. and its distributors from January 2004 through December 2011 for between $700 and $1,000.
- Recall date
- March 7, 2012
- Incidents / injuries
- The firm has received seven reports of incidents involving the recalled swing sets, including two minor injuries.
- Agency
- CPSC
Product description
This recall involves the end and middle arch supports on Arch Swing Sets and added bays with belt or bucket seats built with 2 3/8 inch steel tubing. The swings have a 2 7/8 inch diameter sleeve that is welded to the middle or end support. "Burke" is printed on identification labels that were provided to installers who may or may not have put them on the swings.