CPSC recall 12-172, announced May 9, 2012, covers Sportspower BouncePro 14' Trampolines (about 92,000 units). The netting surrounding these trampolines can break, allowing children to fall through the netting and be injured. The notice cites 17 incident reports and 11 injuries. Consumers should stop using the trampolines immediately and contact Sportspower to receive replacement black netting for the trampoline. Recall contact: call (888) 965-0565, go to www.sportspowerltd.net/recall-bouncepro-14ft.html, or email customerservice@sportspowerltd.net.
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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 recall involves the Sportspower BouncePro 14' Trampolines with brown mesh netting. UPC codes 68706404210, and 68706404244 are printed on the trampoline box. "Sportspower BouncePro 14" and "TR-14-63-A" are printed on a plate on the leg of the trampoline frame. The trampolines are surrounded by brown netting measuring about 6 feet high on the perimeter of the trampoline. The netting is designed to contain individuals bouncing on the trampoline.
Confirm these details on the official CPSC noticeWhy it was recalled
The netting surrounding these trampolines can break, allowing children to fall through the netting and be injured.
Incidents and injuries
Sportspower has received 17 reports of the net breaking, resulting in 11 injuries including broken bones, back and neck injuries, and contusions.
Official remedy
Consumers should stop using the trampolines immediately and contact Sportspower to receive replacement black netting for the trampoline.
Product and sales details
- Brand
- Sportspower
- Manufacturer
- Sportspower Limited, of Hong Kong, China
- Product type
- Trampolines
- Recall number
- 12-172
- Units
- About 92,000
- Manufactured in
- China
- Sold at / sales period
- Walmart stores nationwide from February 2009 through February 2012 for about $275.
- Importer
- Wal-Mart Stores Inc., of Bentonville, Ark.
Sportspower BouncePro 14' Trampolines
CPSC product type: Trampolines
Recall contact information
For additional information, contact Sportspower's customer service hotline toll-free at (888) 965-0565 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's website at http://www.sportspowerltd.net/recall-bouncepro-14ft.html, or send an e-mail to Sportspower at customerservice@sportspowerltd.net
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