The Recall Desk
HighCPSC·05513·Announced 2004-11-19

Byer of Maine Recalls TriLite Stools Due to Collapse Risk

Byer of Maine is recalling approximately 7,800 TriLite Stools because the legs can bend and the stools may collapse on smooth hard floors. No injuries have been reported.

What this means for you

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 (structural collapse) where injury has not yet been reported, which aligns with the 'High' severity criteria in the rubric.

Plain-English summary

The Byer Manufacturing Company of Orono, Maine, is recalling approximately 7,800 TriLite Stools. The recall includes stools shipped between February 19, 2004, and June 16, 2004. The affected units are those produced in China that bear the Byer of Maine logo screen printed in silver ink on the plastic leg hub.

The legs of the recalled stools can bend, causing the stools to collapse when used on smooth hard floor surfaces. Retailers have reported several stool collapses, but no injuries have been reported.

Consumers should stop using the recalled stools and contact Byer of Maine to arrange for a replacement. The company will supply replacement stools on a two-for-one basis. Consumers can call Byer of Maine toll-free at (800) 338-0580 between 9 a.m. and 4 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, visit the firm's website at www.byerofmaine.com/recall.pdf, or email the firm at [email protected].

The recalled product

Product
The TriLite Stool
Manufacturer
The Byer Manufacturing Company, of Orono, Maine
Category
Consumer Product — Furniture
Hazard
Affected units
7,800

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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