Kmart Recalls Gables Wrought-Iron Patio Rocking Chairs for Repair

Plain-English summary

Kmart Corp. is recalling approximately 148,000 Gables wrought-iron patio rocking chairs in cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC). The chairs were sold as part of a five-piece patio set, which also included a 54-inch oval table and four high-back chairs. The sets were sold nationwide from September 1996 through August 1997 for approximately $250. The Kmart item number is 21-34-59 and the UPC code is 018866001024.

The recall is due to a risk of collapse if the chairs are assembled improperly. Kmart is aware of 84 reports of the chairs collapsing, which resulted in 80 injuries. These injuries included back pain, bruises, and one instance of a head cut requiring three stitches. All but one of these incidents occurred when consumers sat on display models in Kmart stores.

Consumers should inspect the four bolts located under the seats of their rocking chairs to ensure proper assembly. The bolts toward the back of the chair should fit all the way into the drilled hole, while the front bolt closest to the rocker coil should stick out about 1/16 inch. All four bolts must be tight. If consumers are not satisfied after inspecting their chairs, they may return the entire five-piece set to their nearest Kmart location for a refund. For more information, consumers can call Kmart at (866) 562-7848.

The recalled product

Product

Gables wrought-iron patio rocking chairs

Manufacturer

Kmart

Category

Consumer Product — Furniture

Hazard

• fall
• structural-failure

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