The Recall Desk
HighCPSC·17077·Announced 2017-01-31

Brown Jordan Recalls Swivel Patio Chairs Due to Fall Hazard

Brown Jordan Services is recalling La-Z-Boy swivel patio chairs sold at Sears.com because the base can break during normal use, 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

Brown Jordan Services, Inc. is recalling La-Z-Boy Kayla swivel dining and lounge patio chairs. The chairs are made of aluminum and steel with a round swivel base and feature dark blue fabric-covered cushions. A gold-colored tag with "La-Z-Boy" printed on it is located on the back of the chairs. The products were sold exclusively at Sears.com from January 2016 through July 2016 in a four-piece lounge set for about $1,260 and a five-piece dining set for about $1,300.

The recall is due to a fall hazard. The base of the chair can break during normal use. Brown Jordan Services has received 16 reports of the swivel chairs breaking, but no injuries have been reported. About 1,500 units are involved in this recall.

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled chairs and contact Brown Jordan Services for a free repair kit. Consumers can reach Brown Jordan Services toll-free at 855-899-2127 from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. ET on Monday through Friday, or online at www.bjsoutdoor.com by clicking on "Customer Care" and then "Recall Information".

The recalled product

Product
Swivel Patio Chairs
Manufacturer
Brown Jordan Services, Inc., of Simpsonville, Ky.
Category
Consumer Product — Furniture
Hazard
Affected units
1,500

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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