Big Lots Recalls Ottomans Due to Fall Hazard

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U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission

Jun 12, 2014, 02:00 ET

WASHINGTON, June 12, 2014 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- Consumers should stop using this product unless otherwise instructed. It is illegal to resell or attempt to resell a recalled consumer product.

Recall Summary
Name of Product: Wilson and Fisher brand Cayman Resin Wicker Ottoman
Hazard: The center of the ottoman can collapse during normal use, posing a fall hazard to consumers.
Remedy: Refund
Consumer Contact: Big Lots toll-free at (866) 244-5687 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or online at www.biglots.com and click on "Recalls" at the bottom for more information.

Photos are available at http://www.cpsc.gov/en/Recalls/2014/Big-Lots-Recalls-Ottomans/

Recall Details
Units: About 14,000
Description: The Wilson and Fisher brand ottomans are dark brown resin wicker with cream colored cushions. They are part of a six-piece Cayman Resin Wicker seating set consisting of two ottomans, two chairs, a sofa and a table. The recalled sets will have item number DA13-015-6S-2CO and SKU 810140754, which can be found in the instructions that accompany the sets.
Incidents/Injuries: Big Lots has received 19 reports of consumers falling through the centers of ottomans. Six reported minor injuries such as back strain, scratches, bruises or contusions.
Remedy: Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled ottomans and return them to any Big Lots store for a $50 refund each. Customers will be allowed to keep the remaining pieces in the sets.
Sold exclusively at: Big Lots stores nationwide from February 2014 through March 2014 for about $320 per set.

Importer: Big Lots, of Columbus, Ohio

Manufactured in: China.

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Recall Number: 14-206

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