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Safford/Lakeview Bar Chair
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Affected model numbers
Why it was recalled
The legs can become detached from the center post at the weld, posing a fall hazard.
457
Incident reports to the firm
1
Injuries reported
0
SaferProducts.gov reports
The firm has received 457 reports of the bar stool base breaking, resulting in ten reports of injury including head injuries, broken ribs, bruising and scrapes.
The official remedy
Remedy type: repair
01
What to do
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled chairs and contact 3i Corporation for a free replacement base and a repair kit.
Product and sales details
Manufacturer3i Corporation, of Hong Kong
UnitsAbout 315,000 (in addition, about 2,100 were sold in Canada)
Made inChina
Sold atLowe's stores nationwide and online at www.lowes.com from November 2008 to August 2016 for about $700 for the set.
PriceAbout $700
Category
Furniture
How to reach the firm
Phone
866-267-7772
Recall page
www.lakeview-safford.com
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