The Recall Desk
HighCPSC·14182·Announced 2014-05-15

StyleCraft Recalls Upholstered Benches Due to Fall Hazard

StyleCraft is recalling upholstered benches sold at HomeGoods because they can crack and break, posing a fall hazard. No injuries have been reported.

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 High severity score of 3 per the rubric.

Plain-English summary

StyleCraft, of Southaven, Miss., is recalling its Home Collection stretcher benches due to a fall hazard. The benches can crack and break while in use. StyleCraft has received three reports of benches cracking, but no injuries have been reported.

The recalled benches are espresso-stained with linen cloth upholstery and burnished brass tacks. They measure about 44 inches long, 18 inches wide, and 17 inches high. The benches were made in China and have part number SF1918AMM printed on the bottom. About 700 units were sold exclusively at HomeGoods stores nationwide and online from July 2013 to October 2013 for about $150.

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled benches and contact StyleCraft for instructions on how to receive a free replacement. StyleCraft can be reached toll-free at (855) 766-1880 from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. CT Monday through Friday or by email at [email protected].

The recalled product

Product
Upholstered Benches
Manufacturer
StyleCraft, of Southaven, Miss.
Category
Consumer Product — Furniture
Hazard
Affected units
700

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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