CPSC recall 01-501, announced October 26, 2000, covers Playworld Systems Public playground stainless steel slides (55 units). The welding of the slide bed to the slide sidewall can crack and separate and children's fingers can get caught in the space, posing a risk of amputation. The notice cites 1 incident report. Contact Playworld Systems to receive a new slide. Recall contact: call (800) 233-8404.
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.
The CPSC data does not provide a discrete model-number list for this record. Compare the product description and identification details on the official notice.
Which products are included?
The slides were sold as single and double stainless steel slides measuring 36 to 72 inches high. Playworld Systems manufactured the slides. Playworld Systems' plastic slides are not included in this recall alert.
Confirm these details on the official CPSC noticeWhy it was recalled
The welding of the slide bed to the slide sidewall can crack and separate and children's fingers can get caught in the space, posing a risk of amputation.
Incidents and injuries
There has been one report of a severed fingertip of a 6-year-old child.
Official remedy
Contact Playworld Systems to receive a new slide.
Product and sales details
- Brand
- Playworld Systems
- Manufacturer
- Playworld Systems, of Lewisburg, Pa.
- Product type
- Playgrounds & swing sets
- Recall number
- 01-501
- Units
- 55
- Sold at / sales period
- Playworld Systems sold these slides to schools, parks and playgrounds, from January 2000 through September 2000, for between $1,500 and $4,000.
Public playground stainless steel slides
CPSC product type: Playground Items
Recall contact information
Contact Playworld Systems at (800) 233-8404 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday.
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