Target Expands Recall of Step Stools with Storage Due to Fall Hazard
CPSC Recall #11-311 — August 22, 2011
Description
The wooden step stools can break apart or collapse under the weight of the user.
Hazard
"The wooden step stools can break apart or collapse under the weight of the user, posing a fall hazard."
Incidents / Injuries
"Target has received 27 reports of the stools breaking or collapsing. Fourteen incidents involved children, eight involved adults, and five incidents where the user's age was unknown. Two adults fractured their wrists, and of those victims, one also fractured her hip and pelvis. Additionally, six children and one adult suffered scrapes and bruising."
Remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using the step stools and return them to any Target store to receive a full refund.
Units Affected
"About 341,000 (206,000 were recalled on August 4, 2011)"
Sold At
Target stores nationwide and online at Target.com from January 2007 through October 2010 for between $25 and $30.
Importer
"Target Corporation, of Minneapolis, Minn."
Manufactured In
"China, Vietnam, Taiwan and Thailand"