Grand Trunk · Recalled
Grand Trunk Recalls Parachute Hammocks Due to Fall Hazard
The hammock's supporting hooks can fail, causing occupants to fall and suffer injuries.
- Units
- About 2,500
- Reports
- 9
- Injuries
- —
- Deaths
- —
- Price
- $50–$60
- Remedy
- See notice
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Affected
The recalled hammocks were sold in single and double versions and packaged in a nylon sack. The Grand Trunk logo is printed on the sack. The following models and colors are included in the recall: SH-01 (Single Olive/Khaki), SH-02 (Single Blue/Navy Blue), SH-06 (Single Royal/Khaki), DH-01 (Double Olive/Khaki), DH-02 (Double Lt. Blue/Yellow), DH-03(Double Navy/Silver), DH-04 (Double Navy/Red). The model number can be located on the product's hang tag.
The file
- Sold at
- Specialty outdoor retailers nationwide from July 2008 through June 2009 for between $50 and $60.
- Product type
- Hammocks
- Made in
- Indonesia
- Recalled by
- Travel Hammock Inc., dba Grand Trunk, of Skokie, Ill.
Incident log
The firm has received nine incidents of hooks failing, resulting in bumps, bruises and/or scrapes.
What the notice says to do
Consumers should stop using the recalled hammocks immediately and contact the firm for a free repair kit.
For additional information, contact Grand Trunk toll-free at (877) 365-2965 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. CT Monday through Friday or visit the firm's Web site at www.grandtrunkgoods.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 SEP 23 2009; last revised MAY 23 2014.