CPSC recall 08-504, announced October 12, 2007, covers Transfar International Double Hammocks (9000 units). The wooden rods at the head and foot of the hammock used to extend the fabric can break, causing the hammock to collapse and the user to fall to the ground. The notice cites 5 incident reports and 4 injuries. Consumers should stop using the hammocks immediately and contact Collections Etc. for a full refund. Recall contact: call (800) 518-3020, or go to www.collectionsetc.com.
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Which products are included?
This recall involves hammocks made with a solid green fabric and white support ropes. The hammock's green fabric measures 73 inches long by 46 inches wide and supports a maximum of up to 350lbs.
Confirm these details on the official CPSC noticeWhy it was recalled
The wooden rods at the head and foot of the hammock used to extend the fabric can break, causing the hammock to collapse and the user to fall to the ground.
Incidents and injuries
Collections Etc. is aware of five reports of the wooden rods breaking, resulting in four reports of injuries, including minor cuts, and sore necks and backs.
Official remedy
Consumers should stop using the hammocks immediately and contact Collections Etc. for a full refund.
Product and sales details
- Brand
- Transfar International
- Manufacturer
- Transfar International Corp., of Taipei, Taiwan
- Product type
- Camping equipment
- Recall number
- 08-504
- Units
- 9000
- Manufactured in
- Taiwan
- Sold at / sales period
- Web sites and catalogs nationwide from May 2007 through August 2007 for about $20.
- Importer
- Collections Etc. Inc., of Elk Gove Village, Ill.
Double Hammocks
CPSC product type: Hammocks
Recall contact information
For more information, contact Collections Etc. at (800) 518-3020 between 8:30 a.m. and 7 p.m. CT Monday through Friday. Consumers also can also log onto the firm's Web site at www.collectionsetc.com
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