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CPSC, Hedstrom Corp. Announce Recall of Trampolines

Reported: July 31, 2003 Initiated: July 31, 2003 #03168

Product Description

These are 12-foot, 13-foot, and 14-foot trampolines, which were sold separately, and also banded together with safety enclosures. They were sold under the brand names Hedstrom and NBF. The brand name is written on the warning labels found on the products. The recalled trampolines have model numbers 10136, 101366, 101442, 10146, 102369, 102949, 10321, 103217 or 10381. They also have four-digit date codes ranging from 0403 through 2103 with the last two digits always being 03. Model I.D. labels showing the model number and date code are located on one of the frame rail legs on the trampoline.

Reason for Recall

Welds on the frame of these trampolines can break during use, causing consumers to fall to the ground and suffer injuries.

Remedy

Firm is out of business and a remedy is no longer available. Consumers should stop using and discard or destroy the product immediately, to prevent injuries.

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled?
These are 12-foot, 13-foot, and 14-foot trampolines, which were sold separately, and also banded together with safety enclosures. They were sold under the brand names Hedstrom and NBF. The brand name is written on the warning labels found on the products. The recalled trampolines have model numbers 10136, 101366, 101442, 10146, 102369, 102949, 10321, 103217 or 10381. They also have four-digit date codes ranging from 0403 through 2103 with the last two digits always being 03. Model I.D. labels showing the model number and date code are located on one of the frame rail legs on the trampoline.. Recalled by Hedstrom Corp., of Bedford, Pa.. Units affected: About 116,000.
Why was this product recalled?
Welds on the frame of these trampolines can break during use, causing consumers to fall to the ground and suffer injuries.
What should consumers do?
Firm is out of business and a remedy is no longer available. Consumers should stop using and discard or destroy the product immediately, to prevent injuries.
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the CPSC on July 31, 2003. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: 03168.