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Wal-Mart Recalls Home Trends Footstools for Collapse Hazard

Reported: October 25, 2006 Initiated: October 25, 2006 #07016

Product Description

The footstool is a natural-colored wood footstool. The standing surface is 11 1/2 inches by 11 1/2 inches with a 4-inch-long oval opening in the center. The stool is 11 1/2 inches tall. The recalled footstool can be identified by a white sticker underneath the step that contains the UPC number 87065900001.

Reason for Recall

Due to improper construction, the stool can break and collapse, posing a fall hazard to consumers.

Remedy

Consumers should immediately stop using the product and return it to Wal-Mart for a full refund.

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled?
The footstool is a natural-colored wood footstool. The standing surface is 11 1/2 inches by 11 1/2 inches with a 4-inch-long oval opening in the center. The stool is 11 1/2 inches tall. The recalled footstool can be identified by a white sticker underneath the step that contains the UPC number 87065900001.. Units affected: About 165,000.
Why was this product recalled?
Due to improper construction, the stool can break and collapse, posing a fall hazard to consumers.
What should consumers do?
Consumers should immediately stop using the product and return it to Wal-Mart for a full refund.
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the CPSC on October 25, 2006. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: 07016.