The Recall Desk
HighCPSC·09232·Announced 2009-05-28

Home Depot Recalls Offset Patio Umbrellas Due to Impact Injury Risk

Home Depot is recalling about 60 offset patio umbrellas sold in early 2009 because the pole could tip over and strike consumers if the collar is not removed before closing.

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 (impact injury) where injury has not yet been reported, fitting the criteria for a High severity score.

Plain-English summary

The Home Depot, of Atlanta, Ga., is recalling about 60 offset patio umbrellas sold in its stores nationwide from January 2009 through February 2009 for about $250. The recalled umbrellas are beige with a brown offset pole, stand 11 feet tall, and have a brown cross base about 18 inches long. The products were manufactured in China.

The recall is being issued because the patio umbrella and its pole could tip over and strike consumers if the umbrella's collar or sleeve is not removed prior to closing the umbrella. This poses a risk of impact injury. Home Depot has received one report of a recalled patio umbrella tipping over and breaking, but no injuries have been reported.

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled patio umbrellas and return them to any Home Depot store for a full refund. For additional information, consumers can contact The Home Depot toll free at (866) 403-5504 between 8:30 a.m. and 5:30 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's website at www.homedepot.com.

The recalled product

Product
Offset Patio Umbrellas
Manufacturer
The Home Depot, of Atlanta, Ga.
Category
Consumer Product — Patio Furniture
Hazard
Affected units
60

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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