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Soft Play Recalls Sky Wheels Due to Fall Hazard and Risk of Injury to Children (Recall Alert)

Reported: July 27, 2023 Initiated: July 27, 2023 #23776

Product Description

This recall involves Sky Wheels, which are an individual active play component manufactured for and sold to businesses. They can be incorporated into a larger indoor soft-contained play system. The Sky Wheel is comprised of a 14-inch diameter 4-spoke metal wheel attached to a downward facing milled and threaded shaft which is supported from an overhead bar within the play system framing structure.

Reason for Recall

The Sky Wheels can become detached from the overhead rail on the play set, posing a fall hazard and risk of injury to children.

Remedy

Businesses should contact Soft Play to schedule a free inspection. If needed, a repair will be made. Soft Play has contacted all known businesses/operators directly. Businesses have also been advised to communicate to customers to not use the Sky Wheel until it is inspected and, if necessary, repaired.

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled?
This recall involves Sky Wheels, which are an individual active play component manufactured for and sold to businesses. They can be incorporated into a larger indoor soft-contained play system. The Sky Wheel is comprised of a 14-inch diameter 4-spoke metal wheel attached to a downward facing milled and threaded shaft which is supported from an overhead bar within the play system framing structure.. Recalled by Soft Play LLC, of Huntersville, North Carolina. Units affected: About 3,500.
Why was this product recalled?
The Sky Wheels can become detached from the overhead rail on the play set, posing a fall hazard and risk of injury to children.
What should consumers do?
Businesses should contact Soft Play to schedule a free inspection. If needed, a repair will be made. Soft Play has contacted all known businesses/operators directly. Businesses have also been advised to communicate to customers to not use the Sky Wheel until it is inspected and, if necessary, repaired.
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the CPSC on July 27, 2023. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: 23776.