The Recall Desk
HighCPSC·16271·Announced 2016-09-29

Walmart Recalls Tripod Stools Due to Fall Hazard

Walmart is recalling Mahco Inc. tripod stools because the plastic collar connecting the legs can break, 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.

Plain-English summary

Walmart is recalling Mahco Inc. tripod stools sold nationwide and online from June 2016 through August 2016. The recall involves approximately 2,600 units of stools featuring three steel legs, a camouflage polyester fabric seat, and a round plastic hub that connects the legs.

The plastic collar that connects the three legs can break, which poses a fall hazard to consumers. No injuries have been reported in connection with this recall.

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled stools and return them to Walmart for a full refund. For more information, consumers can contact Walmart at 800-925-6278 from 7 a.m. to 9 p.m. CT Monday through Friday or visit the Product Recalls section on Walmart's website.

The recalled product

Product
Tripod stools
Manufacturer
Walmart, of Bentonville, Ark.
Category
Consumer Product — Furniture
Hazard
Affected units
2,600

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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