CPSC recall 12-123, announced February 29, 2012, covers Twin Oaks Standard and Economy Hammock Stands (about 2,300 units). The foot brackets used to support the hammock can crack, causing the stand to collapse. The notice cites 43 incident reports. Consumers should immediately stop using the hammock stands and contact Twin Oaks Hammocks for instructions on returning the foot brackets for a free replacement. Recall contact: call (800) 688-8946, or go to www.twinoakshammocks.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 CPSC data does not provide a discrete model-number list for this record. Compare the product description and identification details on the official notice.
Model number 14015 (green) or 14016 (black) is printed on the instruction materials included with the stand.
Which products are included?
This recall involves hammock stands made from steel pipe and sold in green and black under the Twin Oaks brand. The hammock stands are used with all Twin Oaks double and family-sized rope hammocks, as well as all Twin Oaks fabric hammocks. Model number 14015 (green) or 14016 (black) is printed on the instruction materials included with the stand.
Confirm these details on the official CPSC noticeWhy it was recalled
The foot brackets used to support the hammock can crack, causing the stand to collapse. This poses a fall hazard to consumers.
Incidents and injuries
Twin Oaks has received 43 reports of cracked foot brackets, including several reports of consumers who fell to the ground when the foot brackets collapsed. No injuries have been reported.
Official remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using the hammock stands and contact Twin Oaks Hammocks for instructions on returning the foot brackets for a free replacement.
Product and sales details
- Brand
- Twin Oaks
- Product type
- Camping equipment
- Recall number
- 12-123
- Units
- About 2,300
- Manufactured in
- China
- Sold at / sales period
- Twin Oaks catalog and website, craft fairs and independent retail stores nationwide from December 2007 through June 2011 for between $100 and $150.
- Distributor
- Twin Oaks, of Louisa, Va.
Standard and Economy Hammock Stands
CPSC product type: Hammocks
Recall contact information
For additional information, consumers should contact Twin Oaks Hammocks at (800) 688-8946 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's website at www.twinoakshammocks.com
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