Recall #03-131 · Published May 22, 2003

Lane Furniture Industries High-Leg Recliner Chairs

CPSC, Lane Furniture Industries Inc. Announce Recall of High-Leg Recliner Chairs

CPSC published a recall notice for High-Leg Recliner Chairs from Lane Furniture Industries on May 22, 2003. CPSC identifies this hazard: A mechanism in the footrest can create a pinch point that can cause injury if consumers open or recline the chair by reaching underneath the footrest. The official remedy states: Contact Lane Furniture Industries to receive a repair kit.

Drawing of Recalled High-Leg Recliner Chair
Drawing of Recalled High-Leg Recliner Chair
Image: CPSC recall notice

What to check on the product label

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.

Additional identifying details

The style number and shipping date can be found on a small label located either underneath the footrest or under the chair itself.

Which products are included?

The recall includes three-position, high-leg recliner chairs that have a five-digit style number beginning with 026 or 027 and a shipping date prior to May 2002. The style number and shipping date can be found on a small label located either underneath the footrest or under the chair itself. High-leg recliner chairs measure 7 inches to 9 inches from the floor.

Confirm these details on the official CPSC notice

Why it was recalled

A mechanism in the footrest can create a pinch point that can cause injury if consumers open or recline the chair by reaching underneath the footrest.

Incidents and injuries

Lane has received 18 reports of incidents involving the recliner chairs, including lacerations, cut fingernails and three reports of broken bones.

Official remedy

Contact Lane Furniture Industries to receive a repair kit.

Product and sales details

Manufacturer
Lane Furniture Industries Inc., of Tupelo, Miss.
Recall number
03-131
Units
620,000
Manufactured in
United States
Sold at / sales period
Furniture stores nationwide, from December 1989 through April 2002, for between $500 and $1,200.

High-Leg Recliner Chairs

CPSC product type: Chairs, Stools & Benches

Recall contact information

Lane Furniture Industries at (662) 566-3728 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. CT Monday through Friday or visit the firm's website www.lanefurniture.com

Verify phone numbers, hours, and websites on the current CPSC notice before contacting the firm.

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