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Outdoor Playset Gliders

CPSC Recall #09-745 — June 3, 2009

Recall #09-745 Date: June 3, 2009 Remedy: Repair

Product

Outdoor Playset Gliders

Description

This recall involves outdoor playset gliders designed to hang from home play equipment. The green plastic gliders were sold as an accessory to home play equipment marketed under the brand names Heartland Premium Play Systems, Yardline Play Systems and Backyard Play Systems.

Hazard

The retaining rings used to secure the gliders to the playset can become loose or detached, posing a fall hazard to children.

Incidents / Injuries

Backyard Play Systems has received one report of a retaining ring falling off. No injuries have been reported.

Remedy

Consumers should immediately stop using the gliders. Backyard Play Systems is notifying all customers directly and is providing a free repair kit which includes replacement hardware and written instructions.

Units Affected

About 1,800

Sold At

Backyard Buildings and More and Lowe's stores nationwide and online at Costco.com, BettyMills.com, and BackyardBuildings.com from February 2008 through May 2009 for about $100.

Manufactured In

China

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