The Recall Desk
HighCPSC·97004·Announced 1996-10-16

Global Industries Recalls Wood Tilter Chairs Due to Seat Breakage Risk

Global Industries is recalling approximately 2,500 Wood Tilter chairs sold through Staples because the seat may break, causing the occupant to fall.

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 (falling from a chair) where injury has been reported (three alleged injuries), but no fatalities or severe injuries are explicitly detailed, fitting the High severity criteria.

Plain-English summary

Global Industries Inc. is voluntarily recalling approximately 2,500 Wood Tilter chairs in cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC). The chairs were sold primarily through Staples between July 15, 1996, and October 5, 1996. The specific model is 8924, which can be identified by wooden arms, wooden caps covering the five-legged base, and gray or black fabric upholstery.

The recall is being issued because the seat may break when pressure is exerted on the backrest. This defect could result in the occupant falling from the chair. Global has received reports of three alleged injuries associated with the seat breaking.

Consumers should stop using the chair immediately. Those who purchased the chair during the specified dates should call Global Industries toll-free at (888) CHAIRS-8 to obtain a free replacement chair delivered by the manufacturer.

The recalled product

Product
Wood Tilter Chair Recalled by Global Industries
Manufacturer
Staples
Category
Consumer Product — Office Furniture
Hazard

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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