CPSC recall 12-266, announced August 30, 2012, covers Tractor Supply Traveller Recreational Tubes (about 10,900 units). Contact with the inflatable tube can result in severe skin irritation or burns. The notice cites 21 incident reports. Consumers should immediately stop using the product and return it to any Tractor Supply Store for a full refund. Recall contact: call (877) 872-7721, or go to www.tractorsupply.com/TravellerTireRecall.
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 "1026192" can be found on the box along with UPC code 4939403118 and the words "Traveller Recreational Tube".
Which products are included?
The recalled tubes are made of gray rubber and measure 47 inches in diameter. Model number "1026192" can be found on the box along with UPC code 4939403118 and the words "Traveller Recreational Tube". Product number "11.00R22" can be found molded into the tube itself.
Confirm these details on the official CPSC noticeWhy it was recalled
Contact with the inflatable tube can result in severe skin irritation or burns.
Incidents and injuries
Tractor Supply has received 21 reports of consumers receiving severe skin irritation or burns while using the tubes. Seven people sought medical attention for their injuries.
Official remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using the product and return it to any Tractor Supply Store for a full refund.
Product and sales details
- Brand
- Tractor Supply
- Recall number
- 12-266
- Units
- About 10,900
- Manufactured in
- China
- Sold at / sales period
- Tractor Supply Stores nationwide from May 2012 through June 2012 for about $20.
- Importer
- Tractor Supply Company, of Brentwood, Tenn.
Traveller Recreational Tubes
CPSC product type: Pools and Water Sports
Recall contact information
For additional information, contact Tractor Supply toll free at (877) 872-7721 between 8 a.m. and 7 p.m. CT any day, or visit the firm's website at www.tractorsupply.com/TravellerTireRecall
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