Recall #13-719 · Published January 17, 2013

American Signature Reclining Chair

American Signature Recalls Hayward Push Back Chairs Due to Fall Hazard; Sold Exclusively at Value City Furniture and American Signature Furniture Stores

CPSC published a recall notice for Reclining Chair from American Signature on January 17, 2013. CPSC identifies this hazard: The chair can tip over backwards when used in its fully reclined position, posing a fall hazard to consumers. The official remedy states: Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled chairs and contact American Signature to receive free replacement legs. Consumers may also return the chairs for a store credit equal to the full price of the chair. American Signature is contacting its customers directly.

Hayward Push Back Chair – Brown (Item #HGB-805-1)
Hayward Push Back Chair – Brown (Item #HGB-805-1)
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.

Which products are included?

The recalled chairs are Hayward Push Back reclining armchairs. They are 38 inches high and covered in brown or black faux leather fabric with double-needle baseball stitching. The brown chair is item number HGB-805-1. The black chair is item number HGB-805-2. The item number is on the upper right-hand side of the product tag attached to the bottom side of the chair's footrest.

Confirm these details on the official CPSC notice

Why it was recalled

The chair can tip over backwards when used in its fully reclined position, posing a fall hazard to consumers.

Incidents and injuries

No incidents or injuries have been reported.

Official remedy

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled chairs and contact American Signature to receive free replacement legs. Consumers may also return the chairs for a store credit equal to the full price of the chair. American Signature is contacting its customers directly.

Remedy type: Refund, Repair

Product and sales details

Recall number
13-719
Units
About 2,158
Manufactured in
China
Sold at / sales period
Value City Furniture stores and American Signature Furniture stores from June 2012 to August 2012 for about $150.
Importer
American Signature Inc., of Columbus, Ohio

Reclining Chair

CPSC product type: Recliner Chair

Recall contact information

American Signature Inc.; at (800) 743-4577, from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday or online at www.vcf.com or www.asfurniture.com, then click on Safety Recalls.

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

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