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Swivel Rocker Chairs Recalled by Tropitone Furniture

Date: 2000-08-17
Brand: Tropitone Furniture Co., of Irvine, Calif.
Category: Consumer Product
Units Affected: 1,440
Swivel Rocker Chairs Recalled by Tropitone Furniture - image 1

Description

The chairs have oval-shaped arms and are sold in two styles. Chairs with model number 189930 have cushion seats. Chairs with model number 199930 have sling fabric seats. Both models were sold in various solid colors and print fabrics. The chair frames have six color finishes: aged pewter, aluminum, chrome, golden bronze, heron blue, and textured ebony.

Hazard

The base of the chair can crack, causing the person seated in the chair to fall.

Reported Incidents

Tropitone has received five reports of the base of these chairs cracking, and one report of a consumer falling from a chair. No injuries have been reported.

Remedy

Consumers should immediately stop using the swivel rocker chairs and contact Tropitone Furniture Co. to receive a free replacement base for their rocker chair.

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