The Recall Desk
HighCPSC·08295·Announced 2008-06-03

Log Swings Recalled by Far East Brokers Due to Fall Hazard

Far East Brokers and Consultants is recalling about 750 log swings due to a fall hazard caused by a missing nail that can allow the back to separate from the seat.

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 (fall hazard) with reported minor injuries, fitting the High severity criterion for products where injury has been reported but is not severe or life-threatening.

Plain-English summary

Far East Brokers and Consultants Inc. of Jacksonville, Fla., is recalling about 750 wooden log swings that seat two people. The recall is due to a fall hazard where a missing nail connecting the back of the log chair to the seat can cause the back to separate from the seat while in use.

The firm has received six reports of the chair separating, including three reports of minor injuries. The recalled swings measure 71 inches high by 62 inches wide and hang from a log frame. They were sold at Grand Union Family Markets, Ingle's Markets, VG's Food Center, Plumb's Valu-Rite Foods, and Central Shoprite stores nationwide from February 2008 through May 2008 for about $150.

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled log swing, disassemble it, and return it to the store where purchased for a full refund. For additional information, consumers can contact Far East Brokers and Consultants toll-free at (877) 695-8354 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's website at www.fareastbrokers.com.

The recalled product

Product
Log Swings
Manufacturer
Far East Brokers and Consultants Inc., of Jacksonville, Fla.
Category
Consumer Product — Outdoor Furniture
Hazard
Affected units
750

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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