The Recall Desk
HighCPSC·11008·Announced 2010-10-13

Ross Stores Recalls Iron Lover's Benches Due to Fall Hazard

Ross Stores is recalling about 185 Iron Lover's benches because they can tip over when one person sits on them, posing a fall hazard.

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 aligns with the 'High' severity criteria in the rubric.

Plain-English summary

Ross Stores is recalling approximately 185 Iron Lover's benches sold exclusively at Ross Stores nationwide between July 2010 and September 2010. The recalled metal two-seat benches are 51 inches long, bronze in color, and have SKU number 400051794482 printed on the price tag. The benches were sold for about $90.

The recall is due to a fall hazard; the bench can tip over when only one person is seated on it. Ross has received two reports of the bench tipping over, but no injuries have been reported.

Consumers should immediately stop using these benches and return them to any Ross Store for a full refund. For additional information, consumers can contact Ross at (877) 455-7677 or visit www.rossstores.com.

The recalled product

Product
Iron Lover's benches
Manufacturer
Ross Stores Inc., Pleasanton, Calif.
Category
Consumer Product — Furniture
Hazard
Affected units
185

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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