Merge Playground Climbers

CPSC Recall #20-044 — December 19, 2019

Recall #20-044 Date: December 19, 2019 Remedy: Replace

Product

Merge Playground Climbers

Description

This recall involves the Burke Merge metal climbers used on playground equipment for children to climb up to access the play structure. “Burke” is printed on identification labels that are placed on the exterior of the play structure.

Hazard

A welded rung opening on the sides of the climber poses an entrapment hazard to children.

Incidents / Injuries

 None reported.

Remedy

Consumers should immediately stop using the Merge Climbers and block them off from children’s use.  BCI Burke is contacting all known owners directly by certified mail, and Burke representatives will inspect and replace climbers that are not compliant with the current voluntary standard for this product.

Units Affected

About 440

Sold At

Through Burke sales representatives or Burke direct from November 2015 through August 2019 for about $1,460.

Manufacturer

BCI Burke Company, of Fond du Lac, Wis.

Manufactured In

United States