Key Takeaway
Office Depot Recalls Desk Chairs Due to Pinch Hazard by Huichang Furniture Co. Ltd., of China was recalled on August 18, 2011. What to do: Consumers should immediately stop using the chairs and contact Office Depot's recall hotline to receive a free repair kit with a cover for the tilt me...
Office Depot Recalls Desk Chairs Due to Pinch Hazard
Description
This recall involves all Realspace™ PRO 3000 Series Custom Fit desk chairs. The mid-back fabric chairs were sold in black and have SKU number 996-190. The date of manufacture, P.O. number and "Made in China" are printed on labels located on the underside of the seat bottom. Affected chairs have a manufacture date between March 2009 and May 2011, listed in Year/Month/Date format (e.g. date code 20100812 represents August 12, 2010).
Injuries / Consequence
Office Depot has received one report of a consumer who was injured when his finger was pinched by the chair's tilt mechanism.
Remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using the chairs and contact Office Depot's recall hotline to receive a free repair kit with a cover for the tilt mechanism. Consumers should write down the P.O. number found on the underside of the chair for reference when contacting Office Depot.
Products Affected
Realspace™ PRO 3000 Series Desk Chairs
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Company Information
Huichang Furniture Co. Ltd., of China
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is this recall still active?
Check the status badge at the top of this page. "Ongoing" means the recall is still active and you should follow the remedy instructions. "Completed" or "Terminated" means the recall process has concluded, though the safety issue remains relevant for any unrepaired products.
How do I check if my product is affected?
Compare the model number, lot code, serial number, or date range listed in the recall notice with the information on your product's label or packaging. For vehicles, check your VIN at NHTSA.gov/Recalls.
What remedy is available for this recall?
The listed remedy for this recall is: Consumers should immediately stop using the chairs and contact Office Depot's recall hotline to receive a free repair kit with a cover for the tilt mechanism. Consumers should write down the P.O. numb...
Where can I find the original recall notice?
This recall was issued by CPSC. You can view the original notice using the link provided above.