CPSC recall 11-006, announced October 7, 2010, covers Bravo Sports Trampolines (about 160,000 units). Incorrectly assembled trampolines can allow the top rails and legs to bend or break during normal use, resulting in partial collapse of the trampoline. The notice cites 247 incident reports and 4 injuries. Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled trampolines. Recall contact: call (800) 248-5327, or go to www.airzonevariflex-recall.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.
The model number is found on the safety label sewn to the pad cover.
Which products are included?
This recall involves AirZone and Variflex trampolines with model numbers 137083 (with wheels), 137536, 137683, 138088, 138467, 138472, 138489, 139275, 139283, 139284, 139300 and 139706. The model number is found on the safety label sewn to the pad cover. The units are 12', 13' and 14' and come in blue, yellow and red.
Confirm these details on the official CPSC noticeWhy it was recalled
Incorrectly assembled trampolines can allow the top rails and legs to bend or break during normal use, resulting in partial collapse of the trampoline. This poses a fall hazard to consumers.
Incidents and injuries
Bravo has received 247 reports of top rails bending or breaking during normal use. Four injuries have been reported due to the bending and breaking of trampolines.
Official remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled trampolines. Consumers should contact Bravo Sports for instructions on how to inspect the trampoline for top rail damage and to request revised assembly instructions. Top rails and legs damaged due to assembly errors will be replaced at no charge by Bravo Sports.
Product and sales details
- Brand
- Bravo Sports
- Product type
- Trampolines
- Recall number
- 11-006
- Units
- About 160,000 units
- Manufactured in
- China
- Sold at / sales period
- Sporting goods and mass market retail stores nationwide and on the Internet from January 2007 through September 2010 for between $200 and $400.
- Distributor
- Bravo Sports, of Santa Fe Springs, Calif.
Bravo Sports Trampolines
CPSC product type: Trampolines
Recall contact information
For additional information, contact Bravo Sports at toll-free (800) 248-5327 between 7:30 a.m. and 5 p.m. PT Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's website at www.airzonevariflex-recall.com
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