Standard and Economy Hammock Stands
CPSC Recall #12123 — February 28, 2012
Product
Standard and Economy Hammock Stands
Description
The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission, in cooperation with the firm named below, today announced a voluntary recall of the following consumer product. Consumers should stop using recalled products immediately unless otherwise instructed. It is illegal to resell or attempt to resell a recalled consumer product.
Hazard
The foot brackets used to support the hammock can crack, causing the stand to collapse. This poses a fall hazard to consumers.
Incidents / Injuries
Twin Oaks has received 43 reports of cracked foot brackets, including several reports of consumers who fell to the ground when the foot brackets collapsed. No injuries have been reported.
Remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using the hammock stands and contact Twin Oaks Hammocks for instructions on returning the foot brackets for a free replacement.
Units Affected
About 2,300
Sold At
Twin Oaks catalog and website, craft fairs and independent retail stores nationwide from December 2007 through June 2011 for between $100 and $150.
Manufactured In
China