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Active recall — stop using this product now.
Remedy: free repair · About 1,300 units
Recall No. 17-718 Published December 7, 2016

Lightning Slide stainless steel playground slide

The weld between the slide bedway and sidewall can crack and separate. A child's fingers can get caught in the space, posing an amputation hazard. Manufactured by Horizon Industries and sold at Independent distributors to parks, schools and municipalities from November 2000 – October 2016.

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Lightning Slide- single bedway slide
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Lightning Slide- single bedway slide

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Why it was recalled

The weld between the slide bedway and sidewall can crack and separate. A child's fingers can get caught in the space, posing an amputation hazard.

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Playworld is aware of 13 incidents of broken welds, including two children who have suffered finger amputations.

The official remedy

Remedy type: repair
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What to do

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled slides and contact Playworld for a free replacement slide and free installation. A temporary barrier will be shipped to consumers prior to shipment of a replacement slide to prevent children from using the slide. Playworld is contacting consumers who purchased the slides directly.

Product and sales details

ManufacturerHorizon Industries, of Columbia, Pa
UnitsAbout 1,300
Made inUnited States
Sold atIndependent distributors to parks, schools and municipalities
Sales periodNovember 2000 – October 2016

How to reach the firm

Phone
800-233-8404
8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. ET Monday through Friday
Email
Recall page
https://playworld.com

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