The Recall Desk
HighCPSC·16074·Announced 2016-01-14

Steelcase Recalls Rocky Swivel Chairs Due to Fall Hazard

Steelcase is recalling about 17,000 Rocky model swivel chairs because screws can detach, posing a fall hazard. One injury was 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 been reported (one injury), fitting the criteria for a High severity score.

Plain-English summary

Steelcase Inc. is recalling approximately 17,000 Rocky model swivel chairs manufactured between 2005 and 2015. The recall involves 12 specific models of molded polypropylene chairs that were sold in black and white, with options for upholstered seats and backs. These chairs feature foldable seats, molded-in arms, and either four-star or five-star wheel bases.

The recall is being issued because the screws connecting the seat and back to the base of the chair can detach, which poses a fall hazard to the user. Steelcase has received 311 reports of incidents related to this defect, including one report of an injury.

The chairs were sold by Steelcase independently owned dealers nationwide from August 2005 to June 2015 for between $500 and $1,550. Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled chairs and contact Steelcase to arrange for a free repair. Model numbers can be found on the underside of the seat.

The recalled product

Product
Rocky model swivel chairs
Manufacturer
Steelcase Inc., of Grand Rapids, Mich.
Category
Consumer Product — Furniture
Hazard
Affected units
17,000

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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