CPSC recall 07-579, announced September 25, 2007, covers BCI Burke Single Post Swing Sets (about 670 units). The connection on the top beam of the swing set can break, causing the swing beam to collapse, posing a fall hazard to the user. The notice cites 4 incident reports. Consumers should stop using the product immediately and remove the existing swings from the top beam immediately. Recall contact: call (800) 356-2070, go to www.bciburke.com, or email customerservice@bciburke.com.
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Which products are included?
The recall includes the Single Post Swing Set (model 550-0033) and added bay swings (model 550-0035) with belt or bucket seats. The swings are made with a 2-3/8-inch diameter top beam that is welded to a formed plate on each end to attach to the upright post.
Confirm these details on the official CPSC noticeWhy it was recalled
The connection on the top beam of the swing set can break, causing the swing beam to collapse, posing a fall hazard to the user. A user or bystander also can be injured by the falling top rail.
Incidents and injuries
The firm has received four reports of the swing set beam breaking and one report of child with bruises after falling from the swing.
Official remedy
Consumers should stop using the product immediately and remove the existing swings from the top beam immediately. Consumers can re-install the swings once the repair kit is received and installed with the current beam. BCI Burke will contact the owners directly by mail and provide a free repair kit.
Product and sales details
- Brand
- BCI Burke
- Manufacturer
- BCI Burke Company LLC, of Fond du Lac, Wisc.
- Product type
- Playgrounds & swing sets
- Recall number
- 07-579
- Units
- About 670
- Manufactured in
- United States
- Sold at / sales period
- BCI Burke or BCI Burke Company representatives, from January 2000 through August 2007 for between about $900 to $1500.
Single Post Swing Sets
CPSC product type: Swing Sets
Recall contact information
For additional information, please contact Burke customer service at (800) 356-2070 between 8 a.m. and 4 p.m. CT Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's Web site at www.bciburke.com (pdf), or e-mail the firm at customerservice@bciburke.com
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