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.
PA-25498 (CN)" and "Made in China" are printed on a label located on the underside of the seat.
Which products are included?
This recall involves Office Depot® brand leather desk chairs. The mid-back height leather chairs were sold in black and have SKU number 130548. "REG. No. PA-25498 (CN)" and "Made in China" are printed on a label located on the underside of the seat.
Confirm these details on the official CPSC noticeWhy it was recalled
The weld connecting the seat plate to the gas lift can fail, causing the chair to separate from the base. This poses a fall hazard to consumers.
Incidents and injuries
Office Depot has received 11 reports of the chairs breaking and consumers falling while seated, resulting in reports of injuries, including minor contusions and abrasions.
Official remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using the chairs and contact Office Depot's recall hotline to receive a $55 store card that may be used for a replacement chair or other store merchandise.
Product and sales details
- Brand
- Wonderful Year
- Manufacturer
- Wonderful Year Inc., of China
- Product type
- Chairs & stools
- Recall number
- 12-146
- Units
- 307,000 in the United States and 12,000 in Canada
- Manufactured in
- China
- Sold at / sales period
- Office Depot retail stores nationwide and online at www.OfficeDepot.com from January 2002 through December 2008 for about $55.
- Importer
- Office Depot, Inc., of Boca Raton, Fla.
Office Depot® Brand Biella Leather Desk Chairs
CPSC product type: Chairs
Recall contact information
For additional information, contact Office Depot's recall hotline toll-free at (866) 403-3763 between 8 a.m. and 8 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's website at www.officedepot.com
Verify phone numbers, hours, and websites on the current CPSC notice before contacting the firm.