CPSC recall 06-535, announced March 15, 2006, covers PlayPower LT Farmington Max Play Single Post and "Kid Builders Arch" Swing Sets (about 3,600 units). The connection between the swing set's horizontal top beam and the vertical end support post can break, posing a risk of injury, if the user falls to the ground or is hit by the beam. The notice cites 22 incident reports. Consumers should stop using the recalled swing sets immediately and remove the swing's chains and seats from the top beam until a repair kit can be installed. Recall contact: call (800) 265-9953, go to www.littletikescommercial.com, or email mike.hayward@ltcps.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?
Both swing sets have metal frames in a variety of colors. The swings hang by chains from the top beam and have black flexible rubber seats. The frame of the "Max Play" Model 200096625 has vertical support posts with a horizontal beam connected across the top. The frame of the "Kid Builders Arch" Model 200122457 has arched end posts with a horizontal beam across the top.
Confirm these details on the official CPSC noticeWhy it was recalled
The connection between the swing set's horizontal top beam and the vertical end support post can break, posing a risk of injury, if the user falls to the ground or is hit by the beam.
Incidents and injuries
PlayPower LT has received 22 reports of cracks at the connection between the swing's horizontal top beam and the vertical end support post. No injuries have been reported.
Official remedy
Consumers should stop using the recalled swing sets immediately and remove the swing's chains and seats from the top beam until a repair kit can be installed. PlayPower LT is contacting swing owners directly by mail and is providing free repair kits.
Product and sales details
- Brand
- PlayPower LT Farmington
- Product type
- Playgrounds & swing sets
- Recall number
- 06-535
- Units
- About 3,600
- Manufactured in
- United States
- Sold at / sales period
- PlayPower LT representatives directly to consumers from December 1997 through June 2004 for the "Max Play" Single Post Swing for about $900, and from May 2002 through November 2005 for the "Kid Builders Arch" Swing for about $1,800.
- Distributor
- PlayPower LT Farmington Inc., of Farmington, Mo. (formerly Little Tikes Commercial Play Systems Inc.)
Max Play Single Post and "Kid Builders Arch" Swing Sets
CPSC product type: Swing Sets
Recall contact information
For additional information, contact PlayPower LT at (800) 265-9953 Ext. 206, between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET, visit the firm's Web site at www.littletikescommercial.com, or e-mail the firm at mike.hayward@ltcps.com
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