J.C. Penney · Recalled
J.C. Penney Recalls Spindle-Back Chairs Due to Fall Hazard
The wood stretchers can split while in use and the chairs can collapse, posing a fall hazard to consumers.
- Units
- About 4,000
- Reports
- 4
- Injuries
- 1
- Deaths
- —
- Price
- $250
- Remedy
- See notice
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Affected
This recall involves the Windsor Spindle-Back side chair sets. The set is comprised of four chairs made of solid hardwood. Each chair measures 36 inches high. The backs and legs are painted white and the seat is a natural wood color.
The file
- Sold at
- Exclusively through J.C. Penney catalog and online stores from April 2006 through June 2007 for about $250 for a set of four chairs.
- Product type
- Chairs, Stools & Benches
- Made in
- Malaysia
- Recalled by
- J.C. Penney, of Plano, Texas
Incident log
J.C. Penney has received four reports of chairs splitting and collapsing. One minor whiplash injury has been reported.
What the notice says to do
Consumers should stop using the recalled chairs immediately and contact J.C. Penney to obtain free replacement chairs. Consumers also can return the chairs to their closest J.C. Penney store for a full refund.
For additional information, contact J.C. Penney toll-free at (888) 333-6063 anytime or visit the company's Web site at www.jcp.com
Recall notice published by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission. This site is independent: always confirm on the official notice before acting.
Notice first dated AUG 23 2007; last revised MAY 23 2014.