CPSC recall 09-290, announced July 30, 2009, covers Little Tikes Clubhouse Swing Set (about 1,950 units). The recalled swing sets did not come with assembly directions for the swing seat harness. The notice reports no incidents. Consumers should stop using recalled swing sets immediately until they have obtained and carefully read the assembly instructions for the swing seat harness. Recall contact: call (800) 321-0183, or go to www.littletikes.com.
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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 Little Tikes Clubhouse Swing Set is a plastic molded product that features a climbing wall, rope ladder, slide and two swings with blue and yellow seats. Only the blue seat model is being recalled. The model numbers are 400V and 612398.
Confirm these details on the official CPSC noticeWhy it was recalled
The recalled swing sets did not come with assembly directions for the swing seat harness. The swing seat harness assembly needs to be completed by the consumer. The swing seats can detach if the harness is not assembled properly, which could result in fall and injury during use.
Incidents and injuries
None reported.
Official remedy
Consumers should stop using recalled swing sets immediately until they have obtained and carefully read the assembly instructions for the swing seat harness. Instructions can be obtained by accessing the Little Tikes Web site or by calling the firm's hotline.
Product and sales details
- Brand
- Little Tikes
- Manufacturer
- Little Tikes, of Hudson, Ohio
- Product type
- Playgrounds & swing sets
- Recall number
- 09-290
- Units
- About 1,950
- Manufactured in
- United States
- Sold at / sales period
- Various retailers including Toys R Us and Walmart from October 2008 through March 2009 for about $450.
Little Tikes Clubhouse Swing Set
CPSC product type: Swing Sets
Recall contact information
For additional information, contact Little Tikes toll free at (800) 321-0183 between 9 a.m. and 8 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, between 9 a.m. and 2 p.m. ET Saturday, or visit the firm's Web site at www.littletikes.com
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