Northern Tool + Equipment · Recalled
Northern Tool + Equipment Recalls Adjustable Swivel Shop Stools with Backrests Due to Fall Hazard
The welded connection point between the seat base and the stool post can break, presenting a fall hazard.
- Units
- About 51,770 (In addition, 34 sold in Canada)
- Reports
- 271
- Injuries
- 18
- Deaths
- —
- Price
- $80
- Remedy
- Replace
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Affected
This recall involves Northern Tool + Equipment Adjustable Swivel Shop Stools with Backrests. The "NT" logo is on the seat of the recalled shop stool. "Model No. 20230" and "Intradin Co., Ltd." are printed on separate labels located underneath the stool's seat. Only stools manufactured by Intradin Co. Ltd. are included in this recall.
The file
- Sold at
- Northern Tool + Equipment stores nationwide and online at NorthernTool.com, Walmart.com, Amazon.com and Ebay.com from September 2020 through June 2023 for about $80.
- Product type
- Not stated
- Made in
- China, Taiwan, Vietnam
- Recalled by
- Northern Tool + Equipment Company Inc., of Burnsville, Minnesota
Incident log
Northern Tool + Equipment has received reports of 271 incidents related to the recalled stools, including 18 reports of injuries from falls, and 20 reports of falls without injury.
What the notice says to do
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled stools and contact Northern Tool + Equipment to receive a free replacement stool by completing the form at https://www.northerntool.com/recall-details-20230. The stool should be disposed of in accordance with any local and state laws.
Northern Tool + Equipment toll-free at 888-518-0342 from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. CT Monday through Friday, email Northern Tool + Equipment at inquiry@northerntool.com, visit online at https://www.northerntool.com/recall-details-20230 or www.northerntool.com and click on "Product Recalls" on the bottom of the homepage, or visit a Northern Tool + Equipment store for more information.
Recall notice published by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission. This site is independent: always confirm on the official notice before acting.
