The Recall Desk
SevereCPSC·05234·Announced 2005-07-27

Fourstar Recalls Kid's Folding Chairs Due to Safety Lock Failure

Fourstar Group is recalling approximately 522,000 kid's folding chairs because the safety lock can fail, posing a risk of finger entrapment and injury.

What this means for you

Illness, injury, or structural failure has been reported. Stop using the product immediately and contact the manufacturer for a refund or repair.

Our severity reasoning: The recall involves significant injury reports, including lacerations and fractures, which aligns with the rubric criterion for 'significant injury/property-damage reports' under the Severe category.

Plain-English summary

Fourstar Group Inc. is recalling approximately 522,000 kid's folding chairs sold nationwide from July 2003 through July 2005. The chairs are made of metal tubing with vinyl padded seats and backs, available in various solid colors and themed designs. They were sold individually or as sets with a table at discount and grocery stores for approximately $5 to $25.

The recall is due to a defect in the chair's safety lock, which can fail and allow the chair to collapse or fold unexpectedly. This defect creates a hazard where children's fingers can become caught or entrapped in the hinge and slot areas, posing a risk of pinch or cut injuries. CPSC and Fourstar Group are aware of three incidents involving children, resulting in lacerations, fractures, and pinched fingers.

Consumers should stop using the chairs immediately and contact Fourstar Group to receive a free repair kit to replace the locking pin. The chairs were manufactured in China and imported by Fourstar International Trading Company. Consumers can call Fourstar Group toll-free at (866) 290-6191 or visit www.fsgrecall.com for instructions.

The recalled product

Product
Kid's Folding Chairs
Category
Consumer Product — Furniture
Hazard
Affected units
522,000

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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