Step2 Company · Recalled
Outdoor Play Sets Sold Exclusively at Toys"R"Us Recalled by Step2 Due to Fall Hazard; Swings Can Break
The triangular hangers that attach the swing's ropes to the upper rail of the play set can break, posing a fall hazard to children.
- Units
- About 4,300
- Reports
- 17
- Injuries
- —
- Deaths
- 0
- Price
- $400
- Remedy
- See notice
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Affected
This recall involves Step2 Play Up Gym play sets. The recalled outdoor play sets include a platform, climber, slide area and two swings and have a model number of 797300. A red "Step2" logo plate is attached to the front of the play set. Play sets that have hangers with white plastic bushings are not subject to this recall.
The file
- Sold at
- Toys"R"Us stores nationwide from January 2009 through April 2009 for about $400.
- Product type
- Swing Sets
- Made in
- China, United States
- Recalled by
- The Step2 Company LLC, of Streetsboro, Ohio
Incident log
Step2 has received 17 reports of hangers breaking. No injuries have been reported.
What the notice says to do
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled play sets and contact Step 2 to receive a set of replacement hangers and instructions.
For additional information, contact Step2 at (800) 347-8372 between 8 a.m. and 6 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's Web site at www.step2.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 MAY 27 2009; last revised MAY 23 2014.