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M-SEMO201

This model number appears in one official CPSC recall notice for household products. Latest recall published June 17, 2020.

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Recall #20-137 · Published June 17, 2020

The HON HON Office Chairs

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Compare the model on your label, then check any serial numbers, date codes, and exclusions in the notice. A model match alone does not confirm that your unit is included.

Affected model numbers

M-SEMO201

Additional identifying details

The manufacturer's name, model number and manufacture date are printed on a label located on the underside of the seats.

Which products are included?

This recall involves HON's Gateway office chairs with model numbers HGTMM and HGV1MM and manufactured from February 2019 through February 2020. It also involves the Maxon MXMO series chairs, model numbers M-SEMO201 and M-SEMX101. The manufacturer's name, model number and manufacture date are printed on a label located on the underside of the seats. The office chairs have a black mesh see-through back and a five-star base with wheels. HON or Maxon is printed on a label underneath the seat.

Confirm these details on the official CPSC notice

Why it was recalled

The chair's back can break, posing fall and injury hazards to the user.

Official remedy

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled chairs and contact HON for a free replacement back including installation instructions.

Remedy type: Repair

Brand: The HON
Recall published: June 17, 2020
Category: Furniture
Units: About 13,400
Sold at / sales period: HON or Maxon dealers nationwide as well as online stores including Staples.com and OfficeDepot.com from February 2019 through February 2020 for between $135 and $250.

Other model numbers in this recall

HGV1MMM-SEMX101

View official CPSC notice Full recall details

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