CPSC recall 13-034, announced November 13, 2012, covers Beststar Tourist Products Folding Camping Chairs (about 227 units). Chairs were found to contain a variety of molds that could cause respiratory or other infections in individuals with chronic health problems or who have impaired immune systems. The notice reports no incidents. Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled chairs and return them to any Big 5 Sporting Goods location for a full refund. Recall contact: call (888) 885-9129, or email customerservice@rec-out.com.
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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.
Affected model numbers
This recall involves Basin model Columbus™ folding camping chairs, identified with style # CC3009-N on a label attached to the side of the seat.
Which products are included?
This recall involves Basin model Columbus™ folding camping chairs, identified with style # CC3009-N on a label attached to the side of the seat. They are blue, foam-padded, polyester chairs with a cushioned seat and back. The chairs have adjustable side straps and two additional straps used as handles to carry the chair when folded. "Columbus" appears on the outer side of the back of the seat, above a mesh pocket.
Confirm these details on the official CPSC noticeWhat to look for
- Model numbers
- One listed. Yours must match it exactly.
- When sold
- April 2012 through October 2012
- Price paid
- $15
Why it was recalled
Chairs were found to contain a variety of molds that could cause respiratory or other infections in individuals with chronic health problems or who have impaired immune systems.
Incidents and injuries
None reported.
Official remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled chairs and return them to any Big 5 Sporting Goods location for a full refund.
What to do now
- Check the label. Compare your model number with the one listed in this recall.
- Stop using it. The notice says to stop using recalled units immediately.
- Contact the firm. Call (888) 885-9129, or email customerservice@rec-out.com.
- Get the remedy. This recall offers a refund.
- Read the official notice. The CPSC notice is the final word on which units are included and what to do.
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Product and sales details
- Brand
- Beststar Tourist Products
- Manufacturer
- Beststar Tourist Products Co., Ltd., of China
- Product type
- Camping equipment, Chairs & stools
- Recall number
- 13-034
- Units
- About 227
- Manufactured in
- China
- Sold at / sales period
- Big 5 Sporting Goods stores from April 2012 through October 2012 for about $15.
- Importer
- Rec-Out LLC, of Atlanta, Ga.
Folding Camping Chairs
CPSC product type: Beach Chairs or Folding Chairs
This recall in context
Compared with the 54 camping equipment recalls in this index, as of October 31, 2026.
- Size
- 227 units: the 50th-largest of 50 camping equipment recalls that state a unit count. The median is 8,800 units.
- Remedy
- Refund: offered in 15 of 54 camping equipment recalls, the most common remedy.
- Time on sale
- 7 months. Recalled 1 month after the last month of sales the notice gives.
Recall contact information
Rec-Out; toll-free at (888) 885-9129, from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. ET Monday through Friday for more information. Consumers can also email the firm at customerservice@rec-out.com
Verify phone numbers, hours, and websites on the current CPSC notice before contacting the firm.
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