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Add-A-Bay Aluminum 2-Seat Arch Swing

Class II - Moderate
🏠 Consumer Products Recalled: October 3, 2000 Playworld Systems Children's Products Nationwide

What Should You Do?

  1. Check if you have this product:
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  2. Do not eat it: Even if it looks and smells fine, do not consume this product.
  3. Throw it away or return it: You can return the product to the store for a full refund.
  4. Report problems: Report any issues to the FDA's Safety Reporting Portal.

Recall Details

Company:
Playworld Systems
Reason for Recall:
Internal Injury
Classification:
Class II - Moderate

Products that might cause a temporary health problem, or pose a slight threat of a serious nature.

Status:
ongoing
Hazard:
Internal Injury

Product Information

Full Description:

Playground Swings Recalled by Playworld Systems Recall Alert U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission Office of Information and Public Affairs Washington, DC 20207 October 3, 2000 Alert #01-506 CPSC, Playworld Systems Announce Recall of Playground Swings PRODUCT: Playground Swings - Playworld Systems, of Lewisburg, Pa., is recalling about 370 playground swing sets for repair. These swings are called the Aluminum 2-Seat Arch Swing, model 0288 and the Add-A-Bay Arch Swing, model 0375. The swing sets are made of 3-1/2 inch aluminum tubing and come in a variety of solid colors. Playworld Systems sold the swings from February 1998 through May 2000 for between $640 and $975. PROBLEM: The swings connectors, which attach the top bar to the end supports, can crack and the top bar can break off and hit children on the swings. INCIDENTS/INJURIES: There have been two reports of children being injured including a fractured toe and bruises. WHAT TO DO: Consumers should stop using the swings immediately and call Playworld Systems at (800) 233-8404 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m ET Monday through Friday to receive a repair kit. Playworld Systems sent notices to known purchasers.

Product Codes/Lot Numbers:

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Official Source

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CPSC Recall Number: 01506

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