Ross Stores Recalls Bistro Chairs Due to Fall Hazard

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U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission

Sep 25, 2014, 10:00 ET

WASHINGTON, Sept. 25, 2014 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- Today, the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission is announcing the recall of Bistro Chairs.

Recall Summary

Name of Product: Metal Bistro Chairs

Hazard: The chair's seat can fail to attach to the frame when the chair is unfolded, causing the chair to collapse. This poses a fall hazard to consumers.

Remedy: Refund

Consumer Contact: Ross toll-free at (877) 455-7677 anytime or online at www.rossstores.com then click on "Recalled Products and Legal Notices" on the bottom banner for more information.

Photos available at http://www.cpsc.gov/en/Recalls/2014/Ross-Stores-Recalls-Bistro-Chairs/

Recall Details

Units: About 840

Description: This recall involves metal folding bistro chairs that are orange and have perforations on the seat. The chairs measure about 36 inches tall by 15 inches wide by 16 inches deep. SKU 400101018858 is found on the product hangtag.

Incidents/Injuries: Ross has received three reports of minor injuries from the chairs collapsing, including a back strain and minor bruises.

Remedy: Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled chairs with seats that do not attach to the frame and return them to any Ross store for a full refund.

Sold exclusively at: Ross stores nationwide from February 2014 through April 2014 for about $30.

Importer: Ross Procurement Inc., of Dublin, Calif.

Manufactured in: China

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