The Recall Desk
HighCPSC·17180·Announced 2017-06-20

Staples Recalls Hazen Mesh Task Chairs Due to Fall Hazard

Staples is recalling Hazen Mesh Task chairs because the legs can break, posing a fall hazard. Consumers should stop using the chairs and contact Staples for a free replacement base.

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 (minor cuts and bruises), but no serious injuries or fatalities are documented, fitting the 'High' severity criteria for risk-of-harm products.

Plain-English summary

Staples the Office Superstore LLC is recalling Hazen Mesh Task chairs because the legs on the base of the chair can break, posing a fall hazard. The recalled chairs have a five-wheel base, black fabric seat cushion, and black mesh seat back. They are identified by SKU number 1058246 and item number 26680 printed on a white label on the underside of the seat cushion.

Staples has received 20 reports of the legs breaking on the chairs, including three reports of injuries resulting in minor cuts and bruises. The chairs were sold at Staples' stores nationwide and online at staples.com, staplesadvantage.com, and quill.com from October 2014 through April 2017 for between $100 and $180. About 124,000 units were distributed.

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled chairs and contact Staples to receive a free replacement base and instructions for replacing the original base. Consumers can contact Staples toll-free at 866-755-1321 from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or register online at www.seatingrecall123.com.

The recalled product

Product
Hazen Mesh Task chairs
Manufacturer
Staples the Office Superstore LLC, of Framingham, Mass.
Category
Consumer Product — Office Furniture
Hazard
Affected units
124,000

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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