Recall 12-749, published September 20, 2012
Hayneedle Shorea Wooden Arc Hammock Stands
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
VFA042-1The item/model number VFA042-1 or VFA287-1 is printed on the packaging.
Which products are included?
The recalled Shorea wood hammock stands are natural or driftwood colored with an arc-shaped holder standing perpendicular to two base pieces. The stand is 14.5 feet long, 5 feet wide and 4.25 feet high. The stand is compatible with spreader bar hammocks, which are sold separately. The item/model number VFA042-1 or VFA287-1 is printed on the packaging.
Confirm these details on the official CPSC noticeWhy it was recalled
The layers of wood in the stand can separate and fail, causing the stand to break and posing a fall hazard.
Official remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using the hammock stand and return it to Hayneedle. Hayneedle is offering consumers a full refund, including return shipping costs. Hayneedle has directly contacted consumers who purchased the hammock stands.
- Brand
- Hayneedle
- Recall published
- September 20, 2012
- Category
- Sports & Outdoors
- Units
- 557
- Sold at / sales period
- Online at Hammocks.com, hayneedle.com and Walmart Marketplace from March 2012 through September 2013 for between $300 and $380.
