Recall #07-222 · Published June 26, 2007

Bond Manufacturing Rockingham Deluxe Lounge Chairs (also sold as Vanderwall Folding Recliner Chairs)

Bond Manufacturing Co. Issues Recall for Folding Recliner Chairs That Can Collapse and Injure Users

CPSC published a recall notice for Rockingham Deluxe Lounge Chairs (also sold as Vanderwall Folding Recliner Chairs) from Bond Manufacturing on June 26, 2007. CPSC identifies this hazard: The chairs can collapse or fall backward due to faulty support brackets or weak frames, posing fall and severe laceration hazards to consumers. The official remedy states: Consumers should stop using the recalled chairs immediately and return them to the store where purchased for a full refund.

Recalled Folding Recliner Chair
Recalled Folding 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.

Which products are included?

The recalled recliner chairs have a mesh covering attached to the steel frame by a woven cord. The chairs were sold in the following colors: bronze, navy blue, spa blue, spa green, spa linen, orange, lime, teal and taupe. The recliners are about 40 inches long, 28 inches wide and 46 inches high.

Confirm these details on the official CPSC notice

Why it was recalled

The chairs can collapse or fall backward due to faulty support brackets or weak frames, posing fall and severe laceration hazards to consumers.

Incidents and injuries

Bond is aware of 13 incidents in which the recalled chairs fell backwards or collapsed. There have been eight reports of injuries. Four consumers reported injuries to their shoulder, back or neck, one consumer reported an injury to her head, two consumers reported hand injuries, and one consumer suffered a severe laceration to the tip of her finger when the chair collapsed.

Official remedy

Consumers should stop using the recalled chairs immediately and return them to the store where purchased for a full refund.

Product and sales details

Brand
Bond Manufacturing
Recall number
07-222
Units
About 68,000
Manufactured in
China
Sold at / sales period
Hardware, variety and discount department stores nationwide from December 2006 through April 2007 for between $35 and $100.
Importer
Bond Manufacturing Co., of Baypoint, Calif.

Rockingham Deluxe Lounge Chairs (also sold as Vanderwall Folding Recliner Chairs)

CPSC product type: Chairs, Stools & Benches

Recall contact information

For additional information, contact Bond toll-free at (866) 771-2663 between 8 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. PT Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's Web site at www.bondmfg.com

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

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