CPSC recall 06-163, announced May 11, 2006, covers Adventure Playsets Wooden Swing Sets (about 26,000 units). Defective bolts could cause the swing set frame to detach from the fort structure, posing a fall hazard to the user. The notice cites 64 incident reports. Consumers should stop using the swings set immediately and contact Backyard Ventures to receive repair instructions and free replacement bolts for the recalled swing sets. Recall contact: call (800) 856-4445, go to www.adventureplaysets.com, or email custservice@adventureplaysets.com.
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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 recalled swing set models include: The Durango, Tacoma, Odyssey, Bellvue, Monarch, Grand Teton and Outlook II. The swing sets are made of wood, and feature various types of slides, swings and a fabric canopy over part of the structure. The Durango, Tacoma, and Odyssey models are pictured below, additional models can be viewed at www.adventureplaysets.com
Confirm these details on the official CPSC noticeWhy it was recalled
Defective bolts could cause the swing set frame to detach from the fort structure, posing a fall hazard to the user.
Incidents and injuries
Backyard Ventures has received 64 reports of the bolt heads twisting off during installation. No injuries have been reported.
Official remedy
Consumers should stop using the swings set immediately and contact Backyard Ventures to receive repair instructions and free replacement bolts for the recalled swing sets.
Product and sales details
- Brand
- Adventure Playsets, dba Backyard Ventures
- Product type
- Playgrounds & swing sets
- Recall number
- 06-163
- Units
- About 26,000
- Manufactured in
- United States, China
- Sold at / sales period
- Wal-Mart, Menards, and Toys "R" Us stores nationwide and Wal-Mart.com from February 2006 through March 2006 for about $1,000.
- Distributor
- Adventure Playsets, dba Backyard Ventures Inc., of Amarillo, Texas
Adventure Playsets Wooden Swing Sets
CPSC product type: Swing Sets
Recall contact information
For more information, call Backyard Ventures at (800) 856-4445 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. CT Monday through Friday, visit the firm's Web site at www.adventureplaysets.com or e-mail the firm at custservice@adventureplaysets.com
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