CPSC recall 08-587, announced June 24, 2008, covers Miracle Recreation Equipment Playground Tire Swings (about 1,400 units). The hanger clamp on the tire swing can fail, causing the tire swing to detach. The notice cites 3 incident reports and 3 injuries. Consumers should immediately remove the tire swing, including the swivel, chains and tire from the hanger clamp until a free repair kit is installed. Recall contact: call (800) 523-4202, go to www.miracle-recreation.com, or email recalls@miraclerec.com.
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Affected model numbers
Check the product label for these CPSC-listed model numbers: 714-852-X.
Which products are included?
The recalled Tire Swing consists of a tire, which hangs from a swivel and three chains. The recall includes the following products and model numbers: Kids' Choice Arch Tire Swing Sets Model # 714-852 Kids' Choice Arch Tire Swing Extension Model # 714-852-X Kids' Choice Arch Tire Swing Swivel Replacement Model #278
Confirm these details on the official CPSC noticeWhy it was recalled
The hanger clamp on the tire swing can fail, causing the tire swing to detach. This poses a fall hazard to young children and risk of serious injury.
Incidents and injuries
Miracle Recreation Equipment Co. has received three reports of injuries, including two reports of cuts requiring stitches and one report of a fractured foot.
Official remedy
Consumers should immediately remove the tire swing, including the swivel, chains and tire from the hanger clamp until a free repair kit is installed. The company has sent direct mail notices to consumers.
Product and sales details
- Manufacturer
- Miracle Recreation Equipment Co., of Monett, Mo.
- Product type
- Playgrounds & swing sets
- Recall number
- 08-587
- Units
- About 1,400
- Manufactured in
- United States
- Sold at / sales period
- Authorized dealers to schools, parks and municipalities nationwide from February 1995 through March 2008 for between $570 and $2,100.
Playground Tire Swings
CPSC product type: Swing Sets
Recall contact information
For additional information, contact Miracle Recreation at (800) 523-4202 ext 683, between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. CT Monday through Friday, or via e-mail at recalls@miraclerec.com, or visit the firm's Web site www.miracle-recreation.com
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