Arch Swing and Arch Swing Add-A-Bay

Class II - Moderate

What Should You Do?

  1. Check if you have this product:
    (About 1,500)
  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 Inc., of Lewisburg, Pa.
Reason for Recall:
The weld between the side arch support and the top rail can fail. If that happens, the swings can collapse, causing children on the swings to fall and be injured by the falling top rail.
Classification:
Class II - Moderate

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

Status:
ongoing
Hazard:
The weld between the side arch support and the top rail can fail. If that happens, the swings can collapse, causing children on the swings to fall and be injured by the falling top rail.
Remedy:
The swing set seats should immediately be removed from the swing set until a repair kit is installed. The firm will contact the owner directly by mail and provide a repair kit.

Product Images

Arch Swing and Arch Swing Add-A-Bay

Product Information

Full Description:

The 2-3/8" Arch Swing Model # 0289 and the 2-3/8" Arch Swing Add-A-Bay Model # 0380 have arched metal side supports and a welded top rail that supports two swings. The swing sets are made from 2-3/8" steel tubing and come in a variety of solid colors.

Product Codes/Lot Numbers:

(About 1,500)

Official Source

Always verify recall information with the official CPSC source:

View on CPSC.gov

CPSC Recall Number: 04563

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