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TJX Recalls Office Chairs Due to Fall Hazard

Reported: March 2, 2023 Initiated: March 2, 2023 #23137

Product Description

This recall involves office chairs with a circle cushioned seat that attaches to an adjustable metal stand and five wheels. The back of the chair is a cushioned horizontal oval. The recalled office chairs were sold in white, black, gray, floral, pink, orange, navy, light blue, brown, mint and cream colors. The cushion is covered in either velvet, linen, boucle or faux leather. One of the following style numbers is printed on a hang tag attached to the product: GT646, GT646A, GT646AA, GT646AB, GT646AABO. "ANJI GUOTAI Furniture Co. Ltd." and "Made in China" are printed on a label underneath the seat.

Reason for Recall

The back of the chair can break or detach from the seat base when a consumer is seated in the chair, posing a fall hazard.

Remedy

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled chairs and contact TJX for instructions on how to participate in the recall and dispose of the chairs from home to receive a full refund. Consumers can also return the recalled chairs to any Marshalls, T.J. Maxx, HomeGoods or Homesense store for a full refund.

Details

Units Affected
About 81,700 (In addition, about 1,000 were sold in Canada)

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled?
This recall involves office chairs with a circle cushioned seat that attaches to an adjustable metal stand and five wheels. The back of the chair is a cushioned horizontal oval. The recalled office chairs were sold in white, black, gray, floral, pink, orange, navy, light blue, brown, mint and cream colors. The cushion is covered in either velvet, linen, boucle or faux leather. One of the following style numbers is printed on a hang tag attached to the product: GT646, GT646A, GT646AA, GT646AB, GT646AABO. "ANJI GUOTAI Furniture Co. Ltd." and "Made in China" are printed on a label underneath the seat.. Units affected: About 81,700 (In addition, about 1,000 were sold in Canada).
Why was this product recalled?
The back of the chair can break or detach from the seat base when a consumer is seated in the chair, posing a fall hazard.
What should consumers do?
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled chairs and contact TJX for instructions on how to participate in the recall and dispose of the chairs from home to receive a full refund. Consumers can also return the recalled chairs to any Marshalls, T.J. Maxx, HomeGoods or Homesense store for a full refund.
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the CPSC on March 2, 2023. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: 23137.