CPSC recall 07-007, announced October 17, 2006, covers Decathlon All 2006 Quechua Brand Tents and Canopies (about 22,000 units). The tents may fail to meet the industry's flame resistant standard, posing a fire hazard. The notice reports no incidents. Consumers should stop using the recalled tents and visit the recall website www.decathlon-usa.com for information on returning these recalled tents for a refund plus an extra $10. Recall contact: go to www.decathlon-usa.com.
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.
Check the product label for these CPSC-listed model numbers: 2-SECONDS, 3-SECONDS, T6.2XL.
Which products are included?
All 2006 model Quechua branded tents (2-Seconds, 2-Seconds Air, 3-Seconds Air, T2, T3 Air, T4 Air, T6.2XL Air, T2 Ultralight Tents, T0 and T0+ canopies) sold in orange, red, blue, camouflage, or beige with SKU numbers 350808, 65196, 86813 146552, 146548, 100986, 351219, 370833, 531980, 531989, 65024, 90366, 90428, 567008, 567009, 567036, 567032, 370973, 22611, 566985, and 566992 are included in this recall. The SKU number can be found on the self-carry jacket. Quechua is printed on the exterior of the tent or canopy and on some of the carrying bags.
Confirm these details on the official CPSC noticeWhy it was recalled
The tents may fail to meet the industry's flame resistant standard, posing a fire hazard.
Incidents and injuries
None reported.
Official remedy
Consumers should stop using the recalled tents and visit the recall website www.decathlon-usa.com for information on returning these recalled tents for a refund plus an extra $10. Consumers that purchased tents through the Web site and toll-free number are being sent direct notices from Decathlon.
Product and sales details
- Brand
- Decathlon
- Manufacturer
- Decathlon USA, of Wilmington, Mass.
- Product type
- Camping equipment
- Recall number
- 07-007
- Units
- About 22,000
- Manufactured in
- China
- Sold at / sales period
- Decathlon USA retail stores in Massachusetts or through online sales at www.decathlontent.com from January 2006 through September 2006 for between $15 and $150.
All 2006 Quechua Brand Tents and Canopies
CPSC product type: Tents & Canopies
Recall contact information
For additional information, visit the firm's Web site www.decathlon-usa.com
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