CPSC recall 21-747, announced May 13, 2021, covers Leisure Time Products Backyard Discovery Big Brutus, Little Brutus and Mini Brutus metal A-frame swing sets (about 9,000 units). The attachment that connects the swing hanger to the top tube can fail, posing an injury hazard. The notice cites 3 incident reports. Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled swing sets and contact Leisure Time Products for a free repair kit. Recall contact: call 800-856-4445, or go to www.backyarddiscovery.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.
The manufacture code and manufacture date are located on the label on the leg of the swing set.
Which products are included?
This recall involves Backyard Discovery Big Brutus, Little Brutus and Mini Brutus metal swing sets with the following manufacture codes: 03/2019-O, 02/2020-T, 03/2020-T, 04/2020-T, 05/2020-O, and 07/2020-O; and manufacture dates March 2019 through July 2020. The swing sets have a green top tube with white legs and green cross braces. The manufacture code and manufacture date are located on the label on the leg of the swing set.
Confirm these details on the official CPSC noticeWhy it was recalled
The attachment that connects the swing hanger to the top tube can fail, posing an injury hazard.
Incidents and injuries
Leisure Time Products has received three reports of the swing hanger attachment failing, which resulted in one side of the swing falling. No injuries have been reported.
Official remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled swing sets and contact Leisure Time Products for a free repair kit. Leisure Time Products is contacting all purchasers directly.
Product and sales details
- Brand
- Leisure Time Products
- Product type
- Playgrounds & swing sets
- Recall number
- 21-747
- Units
- About 9,000 (In addition, about 270 were sold in Canada)
- Manufactured in
- Taiwan, China
- Sold at / sales period
- Online at Amazon.com, www.backyarddiscovery.com, Homedepot.com, Lowes.com Wayfair.com, and other online retailers from May 2019 through January 2021 for between $400 to $570, depending on the model.
- Importer
- Leisure Time Products LLC, of Pittsburg, Kan.
Recall contact information
Leisure Time Products at 800-856-4445 from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. CT seven days a week, or online at www.backyarddiscovery.com and click on Support and Recalls, then Recalls for more information.
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