Recall #12-738 · Published June 21, 2012

Bluestem Brands Recliner Chair

Bluestem Brands and Tone World International Recall Recliner Chair Due to Violation of Lead Paint Standards

CPSC published a recall notice for Recliner Chair from Bluestem Brands on June 21, 2012. CPSC identifies this hazard: The surface paint on the legs of the recliner contains excessive levels of lead which is prohibited under federal law. The official remedy states: Consumers should contact Tone World International Inc. to receive free replacement legs along with instructions on removing the old legs and attaching the new ones.

Recliner Chair
Image: CPSC recall notice

What to check on the product label

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.

Additional identifying details

The phrases: "Manufactured By Xiamen Xinzhjheng Foam Products Co., LTD Xiang-Bei Industrial Area, Xiang' An District, Xiamen" and "Made in China" are printed on a label located on the underside of the recliner chair.

Which products are included?

The recalled adult-sized recliner chairs have wooden legs. The chairs include a reclining function and foot rest extension. The fabric is jacquard in a paisley design. The phrases: "Manufactured By Xiamen Xinzhjheng Foam Products Co., LTD Xiang-Bei Industrial Area, Xiang' An District, Xiamen" and "Made in China" are printed on a label located on the underside of the recliner chair.

Confirm these details on the official CPSC notice

Why it was recalled

The surface paint on the legs of the recliner contains excessive levels of lead which is prohibited under federal law.

Incidents and injuries

None reported.

Official remedy

Consumers should contact Tone World International Inc. to receive free replacement legs along with instructions on removing the old legs and attaching the new ones.

Remedy type: Replace

Product and sales details

Brand
Bluestem Brands
Recall number
12-738
Units
About 405
Manufactured in
China
Sold at / sales period
Fingerhut catalogs, Fingerhut.com and Gettington.com from July 2011 through January 2012.
Importer
Bluestem Brands, Inc., of Eden Prairie, Minn.
Distributor
Tone World International Inc., of Minneapolis, Minn.

Recliner Chair

CPSC product type: Recliner Chair

Recall contact information

For more information, contact Tone World International Inc. at jeffg@twmpls.com or call collect at (763) 513-9596 between 9 a.m. and 4 p.m. CT Monday through Friday.

Verify phone numbers, hours, and websites on the current CPSC notice before contacting the firm.

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