The Recall Desk
HighCPSC·09293·Announced 2009-08-04

Ross Stores Recalls Marble Top Plant Stands Due to Detachment Risk

Ross Stores is recalling about 1,800 marble top plant stands because the tops can detach and fall, posing an injury risk.

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 where injury (bruising) has been reported, but no serious injuries or fatalities are mentioned, fitting the 'High' severity criteria for products with reported minor injuries.

Plain-English summary

Ross Stores Inc. is recalling approximately 1,800 Marble Top Plant Stands. The recalled products feature gray marble tops and black wrought iron bases and were sold in three sizes: small (24 inches tall), medium (28 inches tall), and large (32 inches tall).

The recall was issued because the marble top can detach from the base and fall onto consumers, posing a risk of injury. Ross Stores has received two reported incidents in which the marble top fell off the plant stand's base and bruised consumers.

These plant stands were sold at Ross Stores nationwide between March 2009 and June 2009 for between $15 and $27. Consumers should immediately stop using these plant stands and return them to any Ross Store for a full refund. For additional information, consumers can contact Ross Stores at (800) 305-0510 or visit www.rossstores.com.

The recalled product

Product
Marble Top Plant Stands
Manufacturer
Ross Stores Inc., of Pleasanton, Calif.
Category
Consumer Product — Home Decor
Hazard
Affected units
1,800

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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