Playworld Systems Recalls Playground Arch Swings Due to Breakage Risk
Playworld Systems is recalling about 370 aluminum playground arch swings because the top bar can break off and hit children. Two injuries have been reported.
What this means for you
Our assessment, not the agency’s: severity 3/5 (High).
Real risk of harm even if no illness or injury has been reported yet. Stop using the product and follow the agency's guidance.
Our severity reasoning: The recall involves a risk-of-harm product where injury has been reported (fractured toe and bruises), fitting the 'High' severity criteria for products with reported injuries but no severe harm or fatalities.
Plain-English summary
Playworld Systems, of Lewisburg, Pa., is recalling about 370 units of its Aluminum 2-Seat Arch Swing (model 0288) and Add-A-Bay Arch Swing (model 0375). These swing sets are made of 3-1/2 inch aluminum tubing and come in a variety of solid colors.
The recall is being issued because the swing connectors, which attach the top bar to the end supports, can crack. This can cause the top bar to break off and hit children on the swings. There have been two reports of children being injured, including a fractured toe and bruises.
Playworld Systems sold the swings from February 1998 through May 2000 for between $640 and $975. Consumers should stop using the swings immediately and call Playworld Systems at (800) 233-8404 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday to receive a repair kit. The company has sent notices to known purchasers.
The recalled product
- Product
- Playground Arch Swings
- Manufacturer
- Playworld Systems, of Lewisburg, Pa.
- Affected units
- 370
Distribution
Distributed nationwide across the United States.
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