CPSC recall 08-564, announced April 29, 2008, covers CMRG Apparel Multi Texteline Hammocks and Striped Quilted Hammocks (about 400 units). The metal frame for the hammocks can crack and break, causing a consumer to fall to the ground. The notice cites 3 incident reports and 3 injuries. Consumers should immediately stop using the hammocks and contact LivingXL for instructions on returning the hammock to receive a full refund. Recall contact: call (800) 535-7639, or go to www.LivingXL.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.
The model number is located on the hammock's packaging and/or instruction sheet.
Which products are included?
The recalled hammocks are Model X1010 multi texteline hammock and Model X1011 striped quilted hammock. They consist of a metal frame and cloth hammock. The metal frame is made of steel, is beige in color, and has five pieces, including two foot brackets. The model number is located on the hammock's packaging and/or instruction sheet.
Confirm these details on the official CPSC noticeWhy it was recalled
The metal frame for the hammocks can crack and break, causing a consumer to fall to the ground.
Incidents and injuries
LivingXL has received three reports of injuries, including lower back pain and broken ribs, when the hammock collapsed after the frame broke or cracked.
Official remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using the hammocks and contact LivingXL for instructions on returning the hammock to receive a full refund. LivingXL is directly notifying consumers who purchased the hammock about the recall.
Product and sales details
- Brand
- CMRG Apparel
- Product type
- Camping equipment
- Recall number
- 08-564
- Units
- About 400
- Manufactured in
- India
- Sold at / sales period
- LivingXL's catalog or at www.LivingXL.com from May 2007 through October 2007 for between $170 and $200.
- Importer
- CMRG Apparel, LLC, of Canton, Mass.
- Distributor
- Think Big Products LLC, dba LivingXL, of Canton, Mass.
Multi Texteline Hammocks and Striped Quilted Hammocks
CPSC product type: Hammocks
Recall contact information
For additional information, contact LivingXL at (800) 535-7639 extension 7777 anytime, or visit the company's Web site at www.LivingXL.com
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