CPSC recall 14-273, announced September 10, 2014, covers The Coleman Rubber tubes (about 20,500 units). Contact with the tube can cause skin irritation. The notice cites 24 incident reports. Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled tubes and contact Coleman for a free replacement tube. Recall contact: call (800) 835-3278, go to www.coleman.com, or email consumerservice@coleman.com.
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 2000014090 is located on the inner side of the tube below the bottom left corner of the English language warning.
Which products are included?
This recall involves Sevylor brand River Racer inflatable rubber tubes. The recalled tubes are black, 36 inches in diameter and about 15 inches tall. Each tube seats one person. The tubes have the Sevylor logo and name, and the River Racer logo and name printed in blue on the outer side. Model number 2000014090 is located on the inner side of the tube below the bottom left corner of the English language warning.
Confirm these details on the official CPSC noticeWhy it was recalled
Contact with the tube can cause skin irritation.
Incidents and injuries
Coleman has received 24 reports of consumers with skin irritation after contact with the tube.
Official remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled tubes and contact Coleman for a free replacement tube.
Product and sales details
- Brand
- The Coleman
- Recall number
- 14-273
- Units
- About 20,500
- Manufactured in
- China
- Sold at / sales period
- Walmart stores nationwide and online at Walmart.com from January 2014 through July 2014 for about $25.
- Importer
- The Coleman Company Inc., of Wichita, Kan.
Rubber tubes
CPSC product type: Scuba Diving/Water Activity Equipment
Recall contact information
The Coleman Company Inc. at (800) 835-3278 from 7 a.m. to 5 p.m. CT Monday through Friday, e-mail consumerservice@coleman.com or online at www.coleman.com and click on “Safety Information” at the bottom of the page under Customer Support for more information.
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