Recall #23-280 · Published September 14, 2023

TJX Foldable Bistro Set Chairs

TJX Recalls Foldable Bistro Set Chairs Due to Fall Hazard; Sold at Marshalls, T.J. Maxx, HomeGoods and Homesense Stores

CPSC published a recall notice for Foldable Bistro Set Chairs from TJX on September 14, 2023. CPSC identifies this hazard: The wooden frame of the chair can break or collapse when a consumer is seated in the chair, posing a fall hazard. The official remedy states: Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled chairs and contact TJX for instructions on how to receive a full refund and dispose of chairs. Consumers can also return the recalled chairs to any HomeGoods, Marshalls, T.J. Maxx, or Homesense store for a full refund.

Recalled Foldable Bistro Set Chairs in beige
Recalled Foldable Bistro Set Chairs in beige
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?

This recall involves wooden folding chairs sold as part of three-piece foldable bistro sets under the Panama Jack and House & Garden brands. The sets consist of one small wooden table and two foldable chairs made with wood frames and black, anthracite, navy blue, beige, olive green, or off-white roping on the seat and back. They have either a Panama Jack or House & Garden hangtag that includes the chair and table dimensions and "Made in Vietnam." Chair dimensions are 16.53" x 20.47 x 32.28" and the folding table dimensions are 23.62 x 23.62 x 28.74.

Confirm these details on the official CPSC notice

Why it was recalled

The wooden frame of the chair can break or collapse when a consumer is seated in the chair, posing a fall hazard.

Incidents and injuries

The firm has received seven reports of the wooden frame of the chair breaking or collapsing when a consumer was seated on the chair, including four reports of minor injuries.

Official remedy

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled chairs and contact TJX for instructions on how to receive a full refund and dispose of chairs. Consumers can also return the recalled chairs to any HomeGoods, Marshalls, T.J. Maxx, or Homesense store for a full refund.

Remedy type: Refund

Product and sales details

Brand
TJX
Product type
Chairs & stools
Recall number
23-280
Units
About 11,000
Manufactured in
Vietnam
Sold at / sales period
Marshalls, T.J. Maxx, HomeGoods, and Homesense stores nationwide from March 2022 through June 2023 for between $150 and $200.
Importer
The TJX Companies Inc., of Framingham, Massachusetts

Recall contact information

TJX at 800-762-4177 from 7 a.m. to 6 p.m. CT Monday through Friday or online at www.recallrtr.com/bistrochair for more information; HomeGoods at https://m.homegoods.com/us/m/jump/topic/product-recalls/2400019 or www.homegoods.com and click on "Product Recalls" at the bottom of the page; Marshalls at https://m.marshalls.com/us/m/jump/topic/Product-Recalls/2400019 or www.marshalls.com and click on "Product Recalls" at the bottom of the page; T.J. Maxx at https://m.tjmaxx.tjx.com/m/jump/topic/product-recalls/2400019 or www.tjmaxx.com, and click on "Product Recalls" at the bottom of the page; Homesense at https://us.homesense.com/recalls or www.homesense.com and click on "Product Recalls" at the bottom of the page.

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

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