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Hayneedle Recalls Wooden Arc Hammock Stands Due to Fall Hazard

Reported: September 20, 2012 Initiated: September 20, 2012 #12749

Product Description

The recalled Shorea wood hammock stands are natural or driftwood colored with an arc-shaped holder standing perpendicular to two base pieces. The stand is 14.5 feet long, 5 feet wide and 4.25 feet high. The stand is compatible with spreader bar hammocks, which are sold separately. The item/model number VFA042-1 or VFA287-1 is printed on the packaging.

Reason for Recall

The layers of wood in the stand can separate and fail, causing the stand to break and posing a fall hazard.

Remedy

Consumers should immediately stop using the hammock stand and return it to Hayneedle. Hayneedle is offering consumers a full refund, including return shipping costs. Hayneedle has directly contacted consumers who purchased the hammock stands.

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled?
The recalled Shorea wood hammock stands are natural or driftwood colored with an arc-shaped holder standing perpendicular to two base pieces. The stand is 14.5 feet long, 5 feet wide and 4.25 feet high. The stand is compatible with spreader bar hammocks, which are sold separately. The item/model number VFA042-1 or VFA287-1 is printed on the packaging.. Recalled by Hayneedle Inc., of Omaha, Neb.. Units affected: 557.
Why was this product recalled?
The layers of wood in the stand can separate and fail, causing the stand to break and posing a fall hazard.
What should consumers do?
Consumers should immediately stop using the hammock stand and return it to Hayneedle. Hayneedle is offering consumers a full refund, including return shipping costs. Hayneedle has directly contacted consumers who purchased the hammock stands.
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the CPSC on September 20, 2012. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: 12749.