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Heartland America Recalls Wooden Stools Due to Fall Hazard

Name of Product:
Wooden Stool
Hazard:
The legs and seat of the stool can crack and break, causing the consumer to fall.
Remedy:
Refund
Recall Date:
April 26, 2011
Units:
About 5,850
Consumer Contact

For more information, contact Heartland America at (800) 398-8163 Monday through Friday between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. CT or visit the firm's website at www.heartlandamerica.com/stoolrecall

Recall Details

Description:

The stool is an adjustable-height solid wood, 3-legged stool sold unassembled. The seat is 11 3/4-inch diameter. The stool height adjusts from 17 inches to 25 inches. A "Made in China" sticker is on the underside of the seat.

Remedy:

Consumers should immediately stop using the stool and return it to Heartland of America for a full refund. Heartland America is contacting its customers directly.

Incidents/Injuries:

Heartland has received 11 reports of incidents, including seven reports of injuries. Injuries include one person with a head laceration.

Sold At:
Heartland America catalog and website for about $30 from June 2010 through February 2011.
Distributor(s):
Heartland America, of Chaska, Minn.
Manufactured In:
China
Recall number:
11-736

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