Recall #10-110 · Published January 19, 2010

Spine Align and Posture Perfect Ergonomic Office Chairs

MooreCo Recalls Ergonomic Office Chairs Due to Fall Hazard

CPSC published a recall notice for Spine Align and Posture Perfect Ergonomic Office Chairs from MooreCo Inc., dba Balt & Best-Rite Manufacturing on January 19, 2010. CPSC identifies this hazard: The legs of the chair can break, posing fall hazard to the user. The official remedy states: Consumers should stop using the recalled chairs immediately and contact MooreCo for a free repair or a replacement chair.

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Image: CPSC recall notice

What to check on the product label

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 CPSC data does not provide a discrete model-number list for this record. Compare the product description and identification details on the official notice.

Additional identifying details

The model number is found in the packaging.

Which products are included?

This recall involves the Spine Align and the Posture Perfect Ergonomic Office Chairs with model numbers 34571 and 34556 respectively. The base of the chair is made of hard plastic and the chair has no marks or labels. Chairs bearing marks or labels are not included in this recall. The model number is found in the packaging.

Confirm these details on the official CPSC notice

Why it was recalled

The legs of the chair can break, posing fall hazard to the user.

Incidents and injuries

The company has received five reports of the legs of the chairs breaking, resulting in three minor injuries and in the aggravation of an existing back injury.

Official remedy

Consumers should stop using the recalled chairs immediately and contact MooreCo for a free repair or a replacement chair.

Product and sales details

Brand
MooreCo Inc., dba Balt & Best-Rite Manufacturing
Manufacturer
MooreCo Inc., dba Balt & Best-Rite Manufacturing, of Temple, Texas
Product type
Chairs & stools
Recall number
10-110
Units
About 700
Manufactured in
South Korea
Sold at / sales period
Catalogs and online by United Stationers, Staples, S.P. Richards, and W.B. Mason from December 2007 through October 2009 for between $320 and $650.

Spine Align and Posture Perfect Ergonomic Office Chairs

CPSC product type: Chairs, Stools & Benches

Recall contact information

For additional information, contact MooreCo toll free at (800) 749-2258 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. Monday through Friday, or visit the company's Web site at www.chairrecall.com

Verify phone numbers, hours, and websites on the current CPSC notice before contacting the firm.

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