The Recall Desk
HighCPSC·08568·Announced 2008-05-06

Playworld Systems Recalls Swing Sets Due to Fall Hazard from Defective Clevises

Playworld Systems is recalling approximately 17,300 swing sets because defective clevises can wear and cause swings to detach, posing a fall hazard to users.

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) where injury has not yet been reported, which corresponds to a score of 3 (High) per the rubric.

Plain-English summary

Playworld Systems Inc. of Lewisburg, Pa. is recalling about 17,300 playground swing sets. The recall is due to a defect in the clevis bearing, which can wear over time. This wear can cause the swing to detach from the set, creating a risk of the user falling.

The affected swing sets were sold by authorized dealers to day care centers and children's learning centers nationwide between January 2007 and February 2008. The sets were sold for between $770 and $3,100. Specific part numbers for the involved swing sets are listed in the official recall documentation.

No incidents or injuries have been reported in connection with this defect. Consumers should immediately remove the swing from the swing set until a free repair kit is installed. The company has sent direct mail notices to consumers. For additional information, consumers can contact Playworld Systems at (800) 233-8404 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or visit www.playworldsystems.com.

The recalled product

Product
Playground Swing Sets
Manufacturer
Playworld Systems Inc., of Lewisburg, Pa.
Category
Consumer Product — Playground Equipment
Hazard
Affected units
17,300

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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